Honda Xl

Motorcycle

Overall MOT pass rate

86.6%↑ +8.3% vs UK average

From 231 MOT tests. Above average for its class.

0.076 failures per 10,000 miles when adjusted for the 17,642-mile median distance driven.

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Common MOT failure categories

significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake2.6%

brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm0.9%

a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released0.9%

tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements0.9%

audible warning not working0.9%

brake efficiency below minimum requirement0.9%

Full breakdown

What goes wrong?

The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 6 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.

significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake	6
brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm	2
a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released	2
tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements	2
audible warning not working	2
brake efficiency below minimum requirement	2
a lamp missing or inoperative	2
restriction in free movement of the braking system	1
a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail	1
projected beam image is obviously incorrect	1

How serious are these failures?

Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.1% of failures are serious: 38.1% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £61.

Typical mileage

Half of all Xls tested had between 10,520 and 28,856 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.

10,520

28,856

median: 17,642 miles

At 17,642 median miles, the Xl has 0.076 failures per 10,000 miles driven.

Other Honda models

Honda Civic	74.1%	440,153 tests
Honda Jazz	77.5%	334,395 tests
Honda CR-V	79.3%	307,496 tests
Honda HR-V	88.6%	54,513 tests
Honda Accord	69.6%	44,997 tests

Common questions

What is the Honda Xl MOT pass rate?

The Honda Xl has a 86.6% MOT pass rate based on 231 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.

What are common MOT failures on a Honda Xl?

The most common MOT failure on the Honda Xl is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.

What is the typical mileage of a Honda Xl at MOT?

The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Xl is 17,642 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,520 and 28,856 miles.

MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.