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H490 DAT

1997 Honda XR600

Silver Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,353 mi
Last recorded21,353 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR60011,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH490 DAT
MakeHonda
ModelXR600
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2025 21,353 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 20,633 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 19,688 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008

non standard pipe

Pass 12 Aug 2006 23,222 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

How Reliable is the Honda XR600?

Based on 1,837 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
277
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
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H490 DAT is a 1997 Honda XR600 in Silver with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 11,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H490 DAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H490 DAT registered?

H490 DAT is a 1997 Honda XR600, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is H490 DAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H490 DAT shows 5 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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