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N466 KRN

1996 Honda XL600

Grey Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,102 mi
Last recorded49,102 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN466 KRN
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 49,102 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 46,838 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 46,722 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 40,449 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 40,446 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 37,492 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 35,248 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 34,701 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 32,838 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 30,354 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 30,197 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 29,640 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 29,627 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 28,792 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 23,282 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 22,959 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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N466 KRN is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Grey with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N466 KRN, 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 N466 KRN registered?

N466 KRN is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N466 KRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N466 KRN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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