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K889 NCM

1992 Honda XL600

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

16,413 mi
Last recorded16,413 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Honda XL60036,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK889 NCM
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 16,413 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 15,012 miles

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 13,316 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 11,928 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 11,145 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 11,145 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 9,669 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 9,669 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 100 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 45,786 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 45,734 miles

Stop lamp not working when operated on rear brake pedal = ok on front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 43,800 miles

Slight damage to front wheel rim

Pass 10 Dec 2016 43,353 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 40,740 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 39,473 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 37,620 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 37,608 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 35,098 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 35,098 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 32,100 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front fairing out of line,but does not affect headlight aim.

Pass 2 Jun 2006 31,950 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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K889 NCM is a 1992 Honda XL600 in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1992 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 36,059 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 K889 NCM, 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 34 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K889 NCM registered?

K889 NCM is a 1992 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K889 NCM safe to buy?

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