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R918 HAT

1997 Honda XL600V

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,204 mi
Last recorded29,204 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 HAT
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 29,204 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 29,204 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 29,052 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 28,834 miles

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

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

throttle slightly stiff

Fail 20 Jan 2014 28,834 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

throttle slightly stiff

Pass 17 Nov 2012 28,326 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 25,631 miles

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 26,645 miles

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

Inner Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Inner Rear Lower Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 25,257 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 25,257 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 20,656 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 20,656 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 17,470 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,104 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 14,479 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 14,479 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot seized (2.4.B.4)

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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R918 HAT is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R918 HAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R918 HAT registered?

R918 HAT is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R918 HAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R918 HAT shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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