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D697 HPO

1998 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,711 mi
Last recorded23,711 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD697 HPO
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 23,711 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Mar 2026 23,696 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 20,258 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 20,258 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 11,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2011 15,573 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2010 96,894 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 95,830 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 95,830 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 87,556 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 83,843 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 80,163 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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D697 HPO is a 1998 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,610 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D697 HPO, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D697 HPO registered?

D697 HPO is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is D697 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D697 HPO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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