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B352 VLJ

1985 Honda XL600

White Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,206 mi
Last recorded48,206 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1985 Honda XL60034,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB352 VLJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 48,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,213 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Sprocket carrier (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 45,641 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 42,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 41,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 9 Jun 2014 41,138 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 39,439 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 39,152 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2007 38,768 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 38,768 miles

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip missing (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2006 37,857 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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B352 VLJ is a 1985 Honda XL600 in White with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 34,860 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 B352 VLJ, 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 41 years old, this Honda XL600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B352 VLJ registered?

B352 VLJ is a 1985 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B352 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B352 VLJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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