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R375 TLK

1997 Honda XL600V

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

5,968 mi
Last recorded5,968 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR375 TLK
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 5,968 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 5,902 miles

Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 5,884 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 5,774 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 5,592 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Indicator lens temp repair

Registration plate light lens missing.

Pass 1 Sep 2021 4,874 miles

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 4,868 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

rear brake fluid level low

Fail 12 Jul 2021 4,735 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working Control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 3,597 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2020 3,593 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Jun 2020 3,587 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake caliper travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019
Pass 18 Feb 2017 52,997 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 49,696 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 48,151 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 45,316 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 40,447 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 34,335 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 28,119 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 26,972 miles

Back tyre is worn close to legal limit.

Pass 7 Oct 2005 25,715 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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R375 TLK is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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

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 R375 TLK, 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 R375 TLK registered?

R375 TLK is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R375 TLK safe to buy?

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