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P272 YWX

1997 Honda XL600V

Beige Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

69,237 mi
Last recorded69,237 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 YWX
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2012 69,237 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 69,237 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2011 67,290 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 67,126 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 63,121 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 63,121 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 58,853 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 58,853 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2008 55,651 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 51,938 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 47,738 miles

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

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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P272 YWX is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Beige with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P272 YWX, 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 P272 YWX registered?

P272 YWX is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is P272 YWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P272 YWX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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