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R398 FGC

1998 Honda XL600V

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

45,841 mi
Last recorded45,841 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda XL600V28,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR398 FGC
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 45,841 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 42,257 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 41,584 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 39,169 miles

Central Stand seized

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit & nearside front (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 36,423 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey rear box (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 36,423 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey rear box (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 32,751 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 28,201 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 25,431 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 23,161 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 23,161 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2007 20,317 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 17,112 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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R398 FGC is a 1998 Honda XL600V in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL600V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 28,747 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 R398 FGC, 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 28 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 R398 FGC registered?

R398 FGC is a 1998 Honda XL600V, first registered on 21 March 1998.

Is R398 FGC safe to buy?

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