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B233 ECV

1998 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,147 mi
Last recorded7,147 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB233 ECV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 7,147 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 6,891 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 6,891 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 6,563 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 4,591 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 4,591 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 4 May 2011 4,503 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 44,958 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 4,476 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 4,476 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL600?

Based on 13,639 MOT tests across 1,657 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,657
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 130
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 111
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 105
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 93
reflector on motorcycle missing 81
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B233 ECV is a 1998 Honda XL600 in Red with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,610 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda XL600 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B233 ECV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL600 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B233 ECV registered?

B233 ECV is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 18 November 1998.

Is B233 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B233 ECV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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