Honda Xl650
MotorcycleFrom 503 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy and or with excessive wear or play. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 9 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 | 9 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 7 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 6 |
| indicator switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| audible warning not working | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 34% of Xl650 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £66.
Typical mileage
Half of all Xl650s tested had between 19,331 and 39,086 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,139 median miles, the Xl650 has 0.051 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Xl650 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Xl650 has a 86.1% MOT pass rate based on 503 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Xl650?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Xl650 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Xl650 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Xl650 is 27,139 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,331 and 39,086 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.