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M70 BYD

1996 Honda XL600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,109 mi
Last recorded27,109 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 BYD
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 27,109 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,074 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 27,000 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 26,813 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 26,725 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 26,661 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

beam deflectors fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2016 25,429 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 24,468 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 24,214 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 May 2012 22,034 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 22,034 miles

Front Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Front Wheel fractured but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 20,773 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 18,923 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 18,458 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 16,670 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 15,496 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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M70 BYD is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 M70 BYD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M70 BYD registered?

M70 BYD is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 5 July 1996.

Is M70 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 BYD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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