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R466 HGJ

1997 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

73,807 mi
Last recorded73,807 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR466 HGJ
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 73,807 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess corroded around spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit in places (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 73,807 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect limited travel (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess corroded around spokes (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front plastic cover on hub loose

Pass 7 Dec 2020 73,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 72,691 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

drive chain has tight spots

Fail 9 Dec 2019 72,691 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn monoshock link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 71,352 miles

oil leak

Fail 3 Dec 2018 71,352 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort tested on road to confirm (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2017 69,878 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 69,878 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Outer Brake component is fractured brake pad (3.1.5)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 68,523 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 68,523 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 64,754 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 64,754 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 61,148 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 57,275 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 57,275 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 56,438 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 54,560 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 54,560 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 48,123 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 44,850 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 36,593 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 31,277 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 31,277 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

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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R466 HGJ is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R466 HGJ, 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.

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R466 HGJ is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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