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R712 GBR

1997 Honda XL600V

Beige Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,310 mi
Last recorded43,310 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR712 GBR
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 43,310 miles

exhaust close to rear tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2023 42,736 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 41,682 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 41,679 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

exhaust system fouling tyre rear

Pass 6 Jul 2021 40,214 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 39,651 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 38,766 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 38,766 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 36,797 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 36,055 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 34,359 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2014 33,926 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 31,764 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Jun 2011 31,764 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 30,931 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 30,497 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2009 30,425 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 27,895 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 26,256 miles

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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R712 GBR is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Beige with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL600V models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 28,326 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 R712 GBR, 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 29 years old, this Honda XL600V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R712 GBR registered?

R712 GBR is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for R712 GBR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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