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G508 RBD

1990 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

49,016 mi
Last recorded49,016 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda XL60042,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG508 RBD
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 49,016 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 49,006 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 47,939 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 46,794 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 46,781 miles

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

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

chain lubrication pipe onsecure

Pass 7 Jul 2022 45,803 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 45,204 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2018 42,740 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 39,362 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Jul 2010 38,966 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 38,894 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2008 38,446 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 37,151 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 25 Jan 2007 37,083 miles

Front Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 32,319 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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G508 RBD is a 1990 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 G508 RBD, 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.

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What year was G508 RBD registered?

G508 RBD is a 1990 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 June 1990.

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