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F28 SVN

1988 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,907 mi
Last recorded39,907 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda XL60041,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF28 SVN
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 39,907 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 39,081 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 39,068 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 38,394 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 38,323 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,580 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 35,731 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,144 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 32,792 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 32,135 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 30,368 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 28,862 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 28,862 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 26,801 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,627 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 24,846 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

both tyres low on pressure

Pass 21 Jul 2006 24,832 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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F28 SVN is a 1988 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 F28 SVN, 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 F28 SVN registered?

F28 SVN is a 1988 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 November 1988.

Is F28 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F28 SVN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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