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R195 DRP

1997 Honda XL600V

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,440 mi
Last recorded48,440 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR195 DRP
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 48,440 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 48,434 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 May 2025 47,521 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 47,137 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Slight cracking in rear tyre side wall

Fail 4 May 2023 47,137 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Slight cracking in rear tyre side wall

Pass 25 Apr 2022 46,558 miles

Front Slight cracking in tread pattern front tyre

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 45,805 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 45,271 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 44,058 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 43,096 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 43,091 miles

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 41,208 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 38,015 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,983 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2012 35,601 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2011 35,263 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 34,753 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Apr 2010 34,732 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,024 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 33,128 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 32,367 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,570 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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R195 DRP is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R195 DRP, 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 R195 DRP registered?

R195 DRP is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R195 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R195 DRP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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