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N749 PYO

1996 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,320 mi
Last recorded55,320 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN749 PYO
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 55,320 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2025 55,320 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 54,477 miles

Front wheel rim corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 52,700 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 43,827 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 36,088 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 29,936 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 27,965 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 61,364 miles

Front Brake Master Cylinder dust cover damaged

Pass 4 Mar 2013 57,373 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 57,373 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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N749 PYO is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 N749 PYO, 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 N749 PYO registered?

N749 PYO is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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The MOT history for N749 PYO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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