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J390 SVN

1991 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

5,982 mi
Last recorded5,982 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Honda XL60039,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ390 SVN
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 5,982 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 5,973 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 5,616 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 26,451 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 26,266 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 26,266 miles

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear brake caliper mounting bush slightly worn

Fail 6 Aug 2019 26,265 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated brake fluid/oil on disc (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake disc contaminated brake fluid/oil on disc (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Feb 2016 26,255 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 26,005 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 25,426 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front brake has slight bind

Pass 21 Sep 2012 25,057 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 24,973 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 24,836 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 24,484 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 23,819 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 22,661 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 21,570 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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J390 SVN is a 1991 Honda XL600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1991 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 39,358 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J390 SVN, 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 35 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 J390 SVN registered?

J390 SVN is a 1991 Honda XL600, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is J390 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J390 SVN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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