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B79 KNV

1985 Honda XL600

Multi-colour Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,092 mi
Last recorded39,092 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XL60034,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB79 KNV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1985
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 39,092 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 36,996 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 36,996 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

numberplate light inoperative

Pass 7 Apr 2009 33,681 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2008 32,896 miles

No plate lamp not lit.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 32,667 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 3,262 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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B79 KNV is a 1985 Honda XL600 in Multi-colour with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B79 KNV, 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 B79 KNV registered?

B79 KNV is a 1985 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B79 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B79 KNV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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