1988 Honda NX650 0.6L Petrol · F702 DWE

The 1988 Honda NX650 presents a stable roadworthiness trend with no recorded defects across its five most recent MOT tests. The latest examination on 29 October 2021 at 40,589 miles returned a clean pass with no advisories, confirming the machine has remained mechanically sound under official inspection for over five years. Recorded mileage shows exceptionally light use for a 38-year-old machine. The odometer climbed from 37,009 miles at the 11 October 2016 test to 40,589 miles by October 2021, a total of 3,580 miles across five years or roughly 716 miles per year. A notable gap exists between the 2016 and 2018 tests, with no recorded examination in 2017, suggesting the bike may have seen limited road use or stood unused for periods. The clean history with no advisories across all entries indicates previous keepers maintained basic statutory compliance, though the sparse record leaves consumable condition unverified. A buyer should physically inspect the NX650 for corrosion on the frame and suspension components, as long standing periods between tests raise the risk of structural rust unseen by MOT examiners. The front and rear brake calipers, discs, and suspension bushes demand hands-on checks for binding or perishing rubber, given the low annual mileage means mechanical parts aged without wear replacement. Engine oil, coolant, and fuel system condition warrant verification, since infrequent running accelerates degradation of fluids and seals more than high-mileage use. The clean advisory record offers reassurance, but the 2021 test is now nearly five years old and no longer reflects current roadworthiness without a fresh examination.