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E520 MPX

1988 Honda XL600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,723 mi
Last recorded31,723 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1988 Honda XL60041,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE520 MPX
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 31,723 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 31,206 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 30,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear downpipe flange (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened shocker linkages (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 30,294 miles

Front slight noise forks

Front wiring slightly untidy loose around steering head

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame /swing arm and susp mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer seal (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 May 2019 30,268 miles

Stop lamp not working with front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly does not return to stop/idle (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front slight noise forks

Front wiring slightly untidy loose around steering head

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame /swing arm and susp mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer seal (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 29,865 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

noise detected at forks

Fail 10 May 2018 29,865 miles

Exhaust mounting missing insecure (7.1.1c)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering hand guards (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

noise detected at forks

Pass 9 May 2017 29,612 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 May 2016 28,009 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 27,583 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 27,583 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 May 2006 26,295 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 May 2006 26,295 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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E520 MPX is a 1988 Honda XL600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 E520 MPX, 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.

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What year was E520 MPX registered?

E520 MPX is a 1988 Honda XL600, first registered on 8 June 1988.

Is E520 MPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E520 MPX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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