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J914 BWC

1991 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,761 mi
Last recorded38,761 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Honda XL60039,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ914 BWC
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 38,761 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 24,208 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Upper Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 42,222 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 40,935 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2021 40,929 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2018 40,550 miles

REAR SUSPENSION; DAMPING SLIGHTLY REDUCED

Pass 18 Oct 2016 39,935 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 39,532 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 39,467 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 39,458 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 39,457 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 39,229 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 38,850 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,504 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 37,269 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 May 2007 36,571 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 May 2006 33,997 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 33,983 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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J914 BWC is a 1991 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J914 BWC, 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 J914 BWC registered?

J914 BWC is a 1991 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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