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N171 TPM

1996 Honda XL600

Grey Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

70,411 mi
Last recorded70,411 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 TPM
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 70,411 miles

Central Front Lower Fork protectors covering seals

Pass 23 Apr 2025 69,957 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 69,957 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 67,294 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 62,112 miles

front brake travel

Pass 6 Jul 2015 60,514 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 58,205 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 58,205 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 56,628 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 56,064 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 55,800 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 46,314 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 46,005 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 45,998 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel spoke excessively corroded (4.2.1b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 44,902 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 44,902 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 42,492 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 42,492 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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N171 TPM is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Grey with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 N171 TPM, 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 N171 TPM registered?

N171 TPM is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 10 June 1996.

Is N171 TPM safe to buy?

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