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RE54 MOU

2004 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,394 mi
Last recorded21,394 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL65017,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE54 MOU
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 21,394 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 20,057 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 18,413 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 16,674 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 16,674 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 16,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 16,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2020 14,228 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 14,201 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,130 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 12,714 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 10,132 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 7,913 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 6,671 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL650?

Based on 15,621 MOT tests across 1,262 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,131
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 212
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 176
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 122
Drive chain excessively loose 82
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RE54 MOU is a 2004 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 17,147 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL650 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 212 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE54 MOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL650 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RE54 MOU registered?

RE54 MOU is a 2004 Honda XL650, first registered on 23 September 2004.

Is RE54 MOU safe to buy?

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