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R317 EEG

1997 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,860 mi
Last recorded39,860 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 EEG
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2016 39,860 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 39,854 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 26 Feb 2007 39,854 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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R317 EEG is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R317 EEG, 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 R317 EEG registered?

R317 EEG is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R317 EEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 EEG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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