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Honda XL650

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 647 cc

Y879 RNHMOT history

Y879 RNH is a green petrol Honda XL650 first used on 7 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 61,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
61,177 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 RNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
XL650
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
647 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 RNH was last recorded at 61,177 miles on 20 May 2026, 3,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,162 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,015 miles
Average per year
2,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,177 miles
  • 2025 – 58,162 miles
  • 2021 – 57,445 miles
  • 2020 – 51,771 miles
  • 2019 – 41,866 miles
  • 2014 – 41,714 miles
  • 2013 – 39,495 miles
  • 2012 – 35,918 miles
  • 2011 – 31,092 miles
  • 2010 – 24,918 miles
  • 2009 – 20,712 miles
  • 2008 – 14,246 miles
  • 2007 – 11,300 miles
  • 2006 – 10,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,177 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    61,177 miles
    Test number
    922016168366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,177 miles (+3,015)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,177 miles
    Test number
    678216283368
    • DangerousFront Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  3. Pass58,162 miles (+717)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    910748550928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,445 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,445 miles
    Test number
    215011267245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,437 miles (+5,666)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,437 miles
    Test number
    578285064566
    • DangerousNearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSteering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrain in fuel filler neck blocked( full of water)

  6. Pass51,771 miles (+9,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,771 miles
    Test number
    425337540379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass41,866 miles (+152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    41,866 miles
    Test number
    868436759109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass41,714 miles (+2,219)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,714 miles
    Test number
    995686254123
    • AdvisoryRear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
    • NoteSlight bind front brake

  9. Pass39,495 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,495 miles
    Test number
    107640483155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,383 miles (+3,465)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,383 miles
    Test number
    955744753160
    • FailureExhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  11. Pass35,918 miles (+4,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,918 miles
    Test number
    619633542175
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass31,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,092 miles
    Test number
    197958241198
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  13. Fail31,092 miles (+6,174)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,092 miles
    Test number
    397657231168
    • FailureRear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  14. Pass24,918 miles (+4,206)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,918 miles
    Test number
    953846200122
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • NoteBolt missing from right hand pannier

  15. Pass20,712 miles (+6,466)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,712 miles
    Test number
    260361409436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,246 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    14,246 miles
    Test number
    142372388095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,300 miles (+767)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,300 miles
    Test number
    954390007120
    • NoteNearside rear indicator unit damaged.

  18. Pass10,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    10,533 miles
    Test number
    644256996012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 RNH

Does Y879 RNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 RNH is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 RNH?
The MOT on Y879 RNH is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 RNH done?
Y879 RNH was recorded at 61,177 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 2,517 miles a year.
Has Y879 RNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 RNH has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y879 RNH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y879 RNH find?
Y879 RNH passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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