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M176 GGT

1998 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,872 mi
Last recorded24,872 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM176 GGT
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 24,872 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 2 Aug 2024 23,878 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 15 Aug 2023 23,687 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 23,687 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 52,359 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 47,977 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 43,506 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 42,181 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 42,176 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 38,967 miles

Brake binding but not excessively the front brake is dragging slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,802 miles

Front light has product on lens (tape)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 38,775 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 38,695 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 38,427 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 38,145 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 37,744 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 37,503 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 36,960 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 May 2009 36,418 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 35,585 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 35,046 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 34,505 miles

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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M176 GGT is a 1998 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,610 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 M176 GGT, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M176 GGT registered?

M176 GGT is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 22 January 1998.

Is M176 GGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M176 GGT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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