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J197 MTY

2001 Honda XL600V

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,014 mi
Last recorded45,014 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ197 MTY
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 45,014 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 43,578 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 42,420 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 39,440 miles

Headlamp mask/converter fitted.

Pass 10 Jun 2021 35,005 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 34,202 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 33,815 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 32,771 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 32,771 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Front brake pads (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Front brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,090 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,608 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 29,906 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 26,576 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 23,371 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 20,526 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 18,453 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 48,114 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 8 Oct 2007 47,933 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 47,933 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2006 45,931 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL600V?

Based on 2,094 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
888
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 17
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J197 MTY is a 2001 Honda XL600V in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Honda XL600V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J197 MTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL600V typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Honda XL600V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J197 MTY registered?

J197 MTY is a 2001 Honda XL600V, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is J197 MTY safe to buy?

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