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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Honda XL. Check any XL by registration number below.

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87.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.2%

vs Honda Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Honda XL — MOT Reliability Overview

The Honda XL has an average MOT pass rate of 87.1%, which is 1.2 percentage points below the Honda brand average of 88.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the XL is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Honda XL, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Honda XL performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 225 vehicles

87.1%Excellent
Honda average: 88.3%
Mileage at 5yr

22k mi

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See detailed fault analysis for Honda XL

Honda XL — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Honda XL MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Honda XL?
The average MOT pass rate for the Honda XL is 87.1% compared to the Honda average of 88.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Honda XL?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Honda XL reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 87.1%, the Honda XL is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Honda XL?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Honda XL?
Typical mileage for the Honda XL: 21,625 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used XL to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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