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G718 UPO

1989 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,572 mi
Last recorded50,572 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda XL60041,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG718 UPO
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 50,572 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 47,865 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 47,865 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Repaired connections (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 47,087 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 46,810 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre get close to wear limit marker (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2012 45,766 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2010 45,110 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Aug 2008 44,204 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 43,024 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 43,024 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2005 39,878 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 39,858 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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G718 UPO is a 1989 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 G718 UPO, 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 G718 UPO registered?

G718 UPO is a 1989 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G718 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G718 UPO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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