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KEG 438Y

1983 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,223 mi
Last recorded39,223 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Honda XL60028,217 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEG 438Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 39,223 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 39,153 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 38,942 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 38,295 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 38,295 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,298 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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KEG 438Y is a 1983 Honda XL600 in Red with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 28,217 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 KEG 438Y, 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 43 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 KEG 438Y registered?

KEG 438Y is a 1983 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is KEG 438Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEG 438Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEG 438Y have outstanding finance?

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