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B470 ECV

1985 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,499 mi
Last recorded16,499 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XL60034,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB470 ECV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2025 16,499 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 16,333 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 16,161 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 15,536 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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B470 ECV is a 1985 Honda XL600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B470 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 41 years old, this Honda XL600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B470 ECV?

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What year was B470 ECV registered?

B470 ECV is a 1985 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B470 ECV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B470 ECV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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