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W159 EWL

2000 Honda XR650

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,577 mi
Last recorded19,577 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Honda XR6509,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW159 EWL
MakeHonda
ModelXR650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 19,577 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 19,577 miles

Centre Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user not very loud, need changing (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 19,255 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 6,340 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 9,211 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 230 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2009 230 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 May 2008

Chain guard missing

Pass 25 May 2007

advise-fork gaitors fitted-unable to see fork seals

Pass 27 May 2006 8,035 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

How Reliable is the Honda XR650?

Based on 5,377 MOT tests across 711 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
711
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Horn not working 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
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W159 EWL is a 2000 Honda XR650 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Honda XR650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 9,125 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 XR650 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W159 EWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR650 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Honda XR650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W159 EWL registered?

W159 EWL is a 2000 Honda XR650, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W159 EWL safe to buy?

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