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C553 XRT

1988 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,313 mi
Last recorded54,313 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda XL60041,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC553 XRT
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2025 54,313 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 47,093 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 42,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 34,680 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 29,000 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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C553 XRT is a 1988 Honda XL600 in Red with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 41,761 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 C553 XRT, 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 38 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 C553 XRT?

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What year was C553 XRT registered?

C553 XRT is a 1988 Honda XL600, first registered on 25 May 1988.

Is C553 XRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C553 XRT shows 5 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 C553 XRT have outstanding finance?

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