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C255 OVW

1986 Honda XR600R

Red Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,169 mi
Last recorded1,169 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC255 OVW
MakeHonda
ModelXR600R
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2025 1,169 miles

ALL LIGHTS MASKED AT TIME OF TEST

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 1,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2017 917 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 710 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 63 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 39 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XR600R?

Based on 728 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
311
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 16
Tyre is unsuitable 8
wheel bearings have excessive free play 6
Horn not working 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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C255 OVW is a 1986 Honda XR600R in Red with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Honda XR600R fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C255 OVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR600R typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 40 years old, this Honda XR600R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C255 OVW?

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What year was C255 OVW registered?

C255 OVW is a 1986 Honda XR600R, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C255 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C255 OVW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C255 OVW have outstanding finance?

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