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R29 TRD

1997 Honda XL600V

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,520 mi
Last recorded29,520 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 TRD
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 29,520 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 27,221 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Front tyre very slight perishing

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 9 Nov 2024 27,186 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Front tyre very slight perishing

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 24,258 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 21,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 3mm to limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 16,739 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively very slight binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 13,657 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 11,666 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 10,976 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 10,908 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 10,879 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 10,373 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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R29 TRD is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R29 TRD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R29 TRD registered?

R29 TRD is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R29 TRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 TRD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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