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B508 KUX

1985 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,428 mi
Last recorded63,428 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda XL60034,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB508 KUX
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 63,428 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 63,397 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 62,619 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 61,523 miles

Headlamp converter tape fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 60,662 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 58,822 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 58,085 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 58,085 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2011 57,717 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 56,261 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 56,261 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 55,585 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 54,950 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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B508 KUX is a 1985 Honda XL600 in Black with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 B508 KUX, 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

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What year was B508 KUX registered?

B508 KUX is a 1985 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B508 KUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B508 KUX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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