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R581 BAU

1998 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,931 mi
Last recorded21,931 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR581 BAU
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 21,931 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 21,764 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 21,663 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 21,622 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 21,612 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 21,374 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 21,374 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 21,217 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 21,138 miles

Headlight mask/converter fitted!

Pass 27 Jun 2015 21,005 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2014 20,867 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 20,786 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 12 May 2012 20,758 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 May 2012 20,758 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 7 May 2011 20,644 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 May 2011 20,644 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R581 BAU is a 1998 Honda XL600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R581 BAU, 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 R581 BAU registered?

R581 BAU is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R581 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R581 BAU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R581 BAU have outstanding finance?

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