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SD53 ECE

2003 Honda XL650

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,918 mi
Last recorded14,918 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda XL65019,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 ECE
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 14,918 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front position light dim

Pass 21 Mar 2024 14,685 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 14,331 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 13,751 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 13,719 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 12,680 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess rim corroding in center (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 11,755 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 11,461 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 10,042 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 8,449 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 8,430 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 6,114 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 4,467 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 1,603 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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SD53 ECE is a 2003 Honda XL650 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 19,970 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 SD53 ECE, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD53 ECE registered?

SD53 ECE is a 2003 Honda XL650, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is SD53 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD53 ECE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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