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P132 ESO

1997 Honda XL600V

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,879 mi
Last recorded49,879 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP132 ESO
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 49,879 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 49,719 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 49,589 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 49,471 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 49,386 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 48,645 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 48,641 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 48,589 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 48,439 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 48,439 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 46,920 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 46,228 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 43,288 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 40,444 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL600V?

Based on 2,094 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
888
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 17
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P132 ESO is a 1997 Honda XL600V in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL600V models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 28,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL600V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P132 ESO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL600V typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XL600V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P132 ESO registered?

P132 ESO is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is P132 ESO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P132 ESO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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