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R309 YJC

1997 Honda XL600

Beige Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

34,568 mi
Last recorded34,568 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 YJC
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 34,568 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Mono-shock corroded

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 34,568 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Mono-shock corroded

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 34,475 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 34,475 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 34,419 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 34,301 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 32,505 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 28,895 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2015 27,803 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 27,803 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 26,529 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 25,147 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 24,377 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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))

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

Pass 13 May 2011 23,779 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2010 22,781 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 21 May 2010 22,781 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 21,773 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 20,701 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 18,745 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 16,581 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 16,581 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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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R309 YJC is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Beige with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R309 YJC, 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.

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What year was R309 YJC registered?

R309 YJC is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R309 YJC safe to buy?

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