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R293 LAM

1997 Honda XR600

White Petrol 597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,459 mi
Last recorded17,459 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XR60011,408 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR293 LAM
MakeHonda
ModelXR600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine597cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 17,459 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 14,367 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 13,765 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 13,567 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 13,551 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 12,974 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 12,959 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 May 2009 12,820 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda XR600?

Based on 1,837 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
277
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
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R293 LAM is a 1997 Honda XR600 in White with a 597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 11,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R293 LAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R293 LAM registered?

R293 LAM is a 1997 Honda XR600, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R293 LAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R293 LAM shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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