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N866 LWU

1996 Honda XL600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,655 mi
Last recorded43,655 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN866 LWU
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 43,655 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 43,638 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 43,626 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 43,621 miles

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2022 43,615 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 43,587 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 42,261 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 40,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 40,795 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 40,748 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 40,637 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 40,373 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 40,373 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 40,212 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 40,054 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 39,817 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 39,324 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 38,058 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 37,723 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 37,528 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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N866 LWU is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N866 LWU, 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 N866 LWU registered?

N866 LWU is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N866 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N866 LWU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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