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G938 NLG

1989 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,184 mi
Last recorded39,184 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda XL60041,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG938 NLG
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 39,184 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 38,499 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 38,328 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 38,088 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 21 May 2022 38,088 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Central Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 38,067 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 38,067 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on full right lock (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 38,010 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 37,393 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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G938 NLG is a 1989 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 G938 NLG, 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 G938 NLG registered?

G938 NLG is a 1989 Honda XL600, first registered on 4 September 1989.

Is G938 NLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G938 NLG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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