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N514 JLU

1996 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,668 mi
Last recorded11,668 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN514 JLU
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 11,668 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 10,766 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 8,941 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 8,032 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 6,833 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 3,836 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 3,836 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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N514 JLU is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N514 JLU, 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

How do I check the history of N514 JLU?

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What year was N514 JLU registered?

N514 JLU is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N514 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N514 JLU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N514 JLU have outstanding finance?

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