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N874 LWU

1996 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN874 LWU
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2024
Pass 1 Jul 2017 26,010 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 18,992 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

slow return on throttle

Fail 29 Jun 2016 18,992 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

slow return on throttle

Pass 2 May 2014 18,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 17,547 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 17,547 miles

Outer Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2012 17,508 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 17,508 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,409 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 17,409 miles

Centre Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 17,296 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 17,103 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 17,103 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2008 17,032 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 16,991 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 16,973 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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N874 LWU is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 N874 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 N874 LWU registered?

N874 LWU is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is N874 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N874 LWU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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