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P341 FWL

1997 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,784 mi
Last recorded72,784 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP341 FWL
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 72,784 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Un-even wear (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Slight oil leak on the back of the engine

Pass 9 Apr 2025 69,347 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 65,951 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 63,358 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 59,325 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 55,850 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 54,744 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 53,040 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 49,186 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 49,810 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Carrier

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 47,079 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 45,635 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 43,321 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 43,306 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 40,922 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 37,746 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 34,541 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2008 34,541 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 30,913 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 28,766 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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P341 FWL is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 31,630 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 P341 FWL, 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 29 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 P341 FWL registered?

P341 FWL is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P341 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P341 FWL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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