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YN51 MXL

2001 Honda XL 650 V-y

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,331 mi
Last recorded32,331 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y21,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN51 MXL
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-y
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 32,331 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 32,323 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 31,753 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2013 28,374 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 25,538 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 21,613 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Mar 2010
Pass 11 Feb 2009 16,286 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 16,286 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2008 13,102 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-y?

Based on 712 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,647
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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YN51 MXL is a 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 21,613 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-y fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YN51 MXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YN51 MXL registered?

YN51 MXL is a 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YN51 MXL safe to buy?

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