Honda Xr650l MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 79 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 16.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Honda Xr650l MOT Reliability Overview
The Honda Xr650l is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 79 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.5% and a failure rate of 16.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Honda Xr650l earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Honda Xr650l presents for MOT with approximately 14,691 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Honda Xr650l is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 7.6% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle structure and attachments at 7.6%. Motorcycle steering rounds out the top three at 5.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 8.9% | 7 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 7.6% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering | 5.1% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.5% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.5% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.5% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.5% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.3% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,691 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 6.03 | 8.9% | 7 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 5.17 | 7.6% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering | 3.45 | 5.1% | 4 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.72 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.72 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.72 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.72 | 2.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.86 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.86 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Honda Xr650l has 14,691 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Honda Xr650l has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.23% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Honda Xr650l MOT Data
The Honda Xr650l is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 79 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.5% and a failure rate of 16.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Honda Xr650l owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle structure and attachments for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Xr650l is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 7.6% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Xr650l. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 7.6% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on the Honda Xr650l. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle steering — 5.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 5.1% of MOT failures on the Honda Xr650l. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda Xr650l?
Based on 79 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Honda Xr650l has an overall pass rate of 83.5% (16.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda Xr650l?
The top 3 reasons a Honda Xr650l fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.6%), 2. Motorcycle structure and attachments (7.6%), 3. Motorcycle steering (5.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Honda Xr650l reliable?
With a 16.5% MOT failure rate, the Xr650l is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Honda Xr650l?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.6%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (7.6%); Motorcycle steering (5.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.