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E491 HFG

1988 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda XL60041,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE491 HFG
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 1 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2023 43,953 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre old in indicated age (2012)

Rear Tyre old in indicated age (2012)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2022 43,553 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 May 2022 43,553 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 43,392 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tire excessively aged (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 43,392 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Front switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tire excessively aged (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2019 43,098 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 43,098 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,098 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 43,098 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 42,875 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,542 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 42,544 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 42,542 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 42,542 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 42,151 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 41,542 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 10,479 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 39,305 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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E491 HFG is a 1988 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 E491 HFG, 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

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What year was E491 HFG registered?

E491 HFG is a 1988 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E491 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E491 HFG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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