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WN54 GWC

2004 Honda XL650

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,498 mi
Last recorded44,498 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Honda XL65017,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN54 GWC
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 44,498 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front brake binding slightly

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 44,498 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front brake binding slightly

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 44,487 miles

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 44,477 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 39,312 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 33,782 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear brake light switch needs adjusting

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 33,771 miles

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear brake light switch needs adjusting

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2011 20,646 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 13,244 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 6,016 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 4,017 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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WN54 GWC is a 2004 Honda XL650 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WN54 GWC, 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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WN54 GWC is a 2004 Honda XL650, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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