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W408 RNF

2000 Honda XR650

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,989 mi
Last recorded1,989 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda XR6509,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW408 RNF
MakeHonda
ModelXR650
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 1,989 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly stiff. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 8,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 8,190 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 7,453 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 7,103 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 7,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 7,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 6,790 miles

Exhaust noisy

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 11 Aug 2018 6,790 miles

Exhaust noisy

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 6,762 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 6,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 15 Jul 2017 6,406 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 6,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Mar 2016 6,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 3,963 miles

no indicators fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2013 2,470 miles

There is no number plate lamp fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2009 2,464 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 Jul 2008 2,425 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 2,413 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 2,022 miles

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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W408 RNF is a 2000 Honda XR650 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W408 RNF, 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 W408 RNF registered?

W408 RNF is a 2000 Honda XR650, first registered on 17 May 2000.

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