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N309 BTF

1996 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

52,799 mi
Last recorded52,799 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN309 BTF
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 52,799 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 52,648 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 52,300 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 44,066 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 43,928 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

headlamp damaged but function not impaired

Pass 14 Apr 2017 43,738 miles

headlamp damaged but function not impaired

Pass 19 Apr 2016 43,264 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 42,699 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 42,063 miles

headlamp lens cracked

Pass 18 Apr 2013 41,266 miles

headlamp lens cracked

Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,233 miles

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

front disc corroded

headlamp lens cracked

Pass 12 Apr 2011 38,485 miles

headlamp lens cracked

Pass 15 Apr 2010 35,621 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 32,635 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 28,527 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 28,287 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front roller brake test indicates a slightly binding brake

Pass 11 Apr 2007 24,530 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 22,456 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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N309 BTF is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N309 BTF, 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 N309 BTF registered?

N309 BTF is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N309 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N309 BTF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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