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L494 MSA

1996 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

57,369 mi
Last recorded57,369 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL494 MSA
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 57,369 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 57,369 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 56,651 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 56,315 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 56,315 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Front switch broken (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2021 55,872 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 55,199 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 52,794 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 50,296 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 50,221 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

offside rear indicator lens cracked

slight corrosion on frame

socks fitted to front shock absorbers

Pass 17 Apr 2014 47,335 miles

socks fitted to front shocks

wheels in poor condition

Pass 11 May 2013 17,335 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 17,335 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 47,335 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 44,033 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 43,578 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 42,547 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 42,535 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 41,594 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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L494 MSA is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,680 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 L494 MSA, 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 30 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L494 MSA registered?

L494 MSA is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is L494 MSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L494 MSA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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