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G944 DSC

1989 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,412 mi
Last recorded74,412 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 1989 Honda XL60041,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG944 DSC
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 74,412 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 74,393 miles

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 74,219 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 72,263 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 67,648 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 62,287 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 61,593 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 60,657 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 60,657 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 57,685 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 57,685 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2005 52,379 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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G944 DSC is a 1989 Honda XL600 in Red 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 G944 DSC, 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 G944 DSC registered?

G944 DSC is a 1989 Honda XL600, first registered on 2 September 1989.

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