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R657 YFC

1998 Honda XL600V

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,197 mi
Last recorded88,197 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda XL600V28,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR657 YFC
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2013 88,197 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 88,197 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 85,663 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 84,883 miles

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R657 YFC is a 1998 Honda XL600V in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R657 YFC, 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.

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What year was R657 YFC registered?

R657 YFC is a 1998 Honda XL600V, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R657 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R657 YFC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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