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R917 RRS

1998 Honda XL600

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

25,861 mi
Last recorded25,861 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 RRS
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 25,861 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 25,355 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 24,533 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 22,480 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 20,176 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 16,608 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 13,221 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 10,386 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 10,355 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 10,355 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 10,336 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 10,159 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 10,140 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 10,096 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 10,064 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 9,965 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 9,921 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 9,760 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,366 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 8,190 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 7,755 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 6,901 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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R917 RRS is a 1998 Honda XL600 in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R917 RRS, 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 R917 RRS registered?

R917 RRS is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R917 RRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R917 RRS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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