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R454 JDM

1997 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

23,408 mi
Last recorded23,408 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR454 JDM
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 23,408 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 23,406 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

misfire

Pass 14 Oct 2024 22,482 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 22,482 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 22,458 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 22,458 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 22,385 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 20,577 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 19,839 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil O/S fork stancian has slight oil misting (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 19,273 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 14,379 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 14,379 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 14,147 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 13,963 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 13,963 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2010 8,693 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 8,316 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 7,985 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 7,777 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 7,777 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 7,471 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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R454 JDM is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R454 JDM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R454 JDM registered?

R454 JDM is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R454 JDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R454 JDM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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