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P271 OVR

1997 Honda XR600

White Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda XR60011,408 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 OVR
MakeHonda
ModelXR600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019
Pass 29 Jun 2016

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 28 Jun 2016

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

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

Headlamp aim too high no image (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 12 May 2015

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

engine emiting blue smoke when runnng

Fail 12 May 2015

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

engine emiting blue smoke when runnng

Pass 13 Jul 2013
Pass 30 Nov 2011

Chain guard missing

Pass 21 Sep 2010

How Reliable is the Honda XR600?

Based on 1,837 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
277
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
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P271 OVR is a 1997 Honda XR600 in White with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 11,408 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 XR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P271 OVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P271 OVR registered?

P271 OVR is a 1997 Honda XR600, first registered on 17 July 1997.

Is P271 OVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P271 OVR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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