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R180 BMV

1997 Honda XL600V

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,666 mi
Last recorded49,666 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR180 BMV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 49,666 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 45,900 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

corrosion on front brake discs

Fail 22 May 2017 45,898 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 18 Mar 2016 42,806 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 42,175 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 38,840 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 37,863 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 36,315 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 36,315 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 32,584 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 29,237 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2007 28,054 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 28,854 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Front Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 28,241 miles

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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R180 BMV is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R180 BMV, 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.

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What year was R180 BMV registered?

R180 BMV is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 20 September 1997.

Is R180 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R180 BMV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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