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R417 DKX

1997 Honda XR600

White Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,507 mi
Last recorded4,507 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda XR60011,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelXR600
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 May 2012 4,507 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 May 2012 4,507 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Chain guard missing

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

Oil leak

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 10 May 2011 3,927 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2011 3,927 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 3,727 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 3,718 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 1,912 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 1,912 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XR600?

Based on 1,837 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
277
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 42
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
wheel bearings have excessive free play 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
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R417 DKX is a 1997 Honda XR600 in White with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda XR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 11,408 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 XR600 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R417 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R417 DKX registered?

R417 DKX is a 1997 Honda XR600, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R417 DKX safe to buy?

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