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SR05 FBK

2005 Honda XL 650 V-5

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,655 mi
Last recorded18,655 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Honda XL 650 V-521,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR05 FBK
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 18,655 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 18,655 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2024 18,022 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 18,019 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 17,124 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 17,021 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 17,021 miles

Front Upper Fuel cap ineffective Unable to Open. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 16,982 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 16,832 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 16,544 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2017 16,539 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 16,247 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 15,619 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Dec 2014 14,757 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2014 12,310 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,336 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 8,700 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 8,645 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 8,336 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 8,257 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-5?

Based on 1,257 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
1,284
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
Drive chain excessively loose 5
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SR05 FBK is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 21,229 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SR05 FBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SR05 FBK registered?

SR05 FBK is a 2005 Honda XL 650 V-5, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is SR05 FBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR05 FBK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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