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R37 ALA

1998 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,605 mi
Last recorded36,605 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 ALA
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 36,605 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 35,439 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 34,126 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 34,126 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel corroded to the extent that the wheel could break up (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2020 33,374 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 30,644 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 24,904 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 24,904 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 23,108 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 23,100 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 22,644 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 20,892 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2014 20,892 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 19,856 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,034 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,106 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 13,586 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 13,351 miles

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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R37 ALA is a 1998 Honda XL600 in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 29,610 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R37 ALA, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R37 ALA registered?

R37 ALA is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 11 July 1998.

Is R37 ALA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R37 ALA shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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