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G181 FBD

1989 Honda XL600

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,726 mi
Last recorded86,726 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XL60041,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG181 FBD
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1989
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 86,726 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 86,708 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 86,223 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 85,269 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 84,297 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 83,934 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 83,123 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2020 82,910 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 82,131 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 81,408 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 79,158 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 70,773 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 65,595 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 55,260 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 44,624 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 28,682 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 27,845 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,218 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 21,588 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 21,581 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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G181 FBD is a 1989 Honda XL600 in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 41,719 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 G181 FBD, 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 37 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 G181 FBD registered?

G181 FBD is a 1989 Honda XL600, first registered on 15 August 1989.

Is G181 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G181 FBD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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