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E297 TFL

1996 Honda XL600

White Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,176 mi
Last recorded11,176 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE297 TFL
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 11,176 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 10,845 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 10,321 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 9,766 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 8,829 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 7,934 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 7,208 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 5,986 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 5,332 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 4,115 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 4,115 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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E297 TFL is a 1996 Honda XL600 in White with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,680 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 E297 TFL, 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 30 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E297 TFL registered?

E297 TFL is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 11 November 1996.

Is E297 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E297 TFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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