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P978 JHJ

1996 Honda XL600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

26,012 mi
Last recorded26,012 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP978 JHJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 26,012 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 22,650 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 20,320 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 19,939 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

rear tyre has age related cracks

Fail 5 Jan 2022 19,939 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

rear tyre has age related cracks

Pass 16 Sep 2015 19,924 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 18,039 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 16,739 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 16,420 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 16,420 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 12,841 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 12,408 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2010 12,405 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 12,332 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 8,532 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 6,779 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 5,877 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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P978 JHJ is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,680 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 P978 JHJ, 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 30 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 P978 JHJ registered?

P978 JHJ is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P978 JHJ safe to buy?

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