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G6 XLV

1989 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,231 mi
Last recorded3,231 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XL60041,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG6 XLV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 3,231 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 1,444 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 90 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 98,172 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 95,900 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 94,111 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 92,889 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 91,149 miles

Front front tyre has cracking between tread

Pass 30 Jan 2018 89,018 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 86,407 miles

Front Brake Control Slightly Spongy

Pass 29 Jan 2016 82,797 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 81,065 miles

upper front fairing missing

Pass 2 Oct 2013 73,556 miles

after market exhaust fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2012 69,696 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 65,959 miles

front brake slightly binding

Pass 22 Sep 2010 65,685 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Oct 2009 65,196 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

exhaust clamp loos

rear brakes noisy

Pass 25 Oct 2008 64,138 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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G6 XLV is a 1989 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G6 XLV, 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 G6 XLV registered?

G6 XLV is a 1989 Honda XL600, first registered on 11 November 1989.

Is G6 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G6 XLV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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