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R286 OGT

1997 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,273 mi
Last recorded33,273 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 OGT
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 33,273 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 31,636 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 31,636 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 30,642 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 29,730 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 25,797 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 18,705 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 15,289 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 15,110 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 14,251 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 13,992 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,752 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 13,536 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 13,453 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,139 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 12,690 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,278 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 11,939 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 11,329 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 11,329 miles

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

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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R286 OGT is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R286 OGT, 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 R286 OGT registered?

R286 OGT is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R286 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R286 OGT shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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