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G256 BLT

1990 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,754 mi
Last recorded52,754 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda XL60042,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG256 BLT
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 52,754 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 51,592 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 50,230 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 50,061 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2020 50,037 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 49,181 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 48,461 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 48,456 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,049 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 44,933 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 44,933 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 42,400 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 42,400 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2013 41,326 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 38,266 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 34,894 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 34,894 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 32,146 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 31,974 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 31,974 miles

Inner Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 31,664 miles

head light main beam not working.

Pass 17 Mar 2007 31,040 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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G256 BLT is a 1990 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1990 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 42,072 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 G256 BLT, 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 36 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 G256 BLT registered?

G256 BLT is a 1990 Honda XL600, first registered on 5 June 1990.

Is G256 BLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G256 BLT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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