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P944 NBP

1997 Honda XL600

White Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

474 mi
Last recorded474 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP944 NBP
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 474 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2025 463 miles

Front Brake component inadequately mounted rubbing on tyre when compressed down on front and braking (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2023 98 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Apr 2010

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 2 May 2008

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no lights fitted to this motorcycle and is for daylight use only

Chain guard missing

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 2 May 2008

no lights fitted to this motorcycle and is for daylight use only

Chain guard missing

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 17 Apr 2007 12,274 miles

front and rear lights masked used for daylight use only the same with brak lights and winkers

lug missing on right hand rear mud gaurd carrier advised to get repeir a.s.p.

Pass 1 Oct 2005 10,312 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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P944 NBP is a 1997 Honda XL600 in White with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 P944 NBP, 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 P944 NBP registered?

P944 NBP is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P944 NBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P944 NBP 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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