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YY54 LYZ

2004 Honda XL650

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,953 mi
Last recorded32,953 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL65017,147 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY54 LYZ
MakeHonda
ModelXL650
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 32,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 32,777 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 13,871 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 May 2021 13,871 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Front brake switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 30,048 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 29,480 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 28,536 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 27,461 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,312 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 22,096 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 22,096 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 17,357 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 14,457 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 9,270 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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YY54 LYZ is a 2004 Honda XL650 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YY54 LYZ, 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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What year was YY54 LYZ registered?

YY54 LYZ is a 2004 Honda XL650, first registered on 7 December 2004.

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