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R9 ETS

1997 Honda XL600

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,811 mi
Last recorded10,811 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda XL60031,630 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR9 ETS
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 10,811 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 10,200 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 9,889 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 8,785 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 8,549 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 8,372 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 8,250 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 8,141 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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R9 ETS is a 1997 Honda XL600 in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 31,630 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 R9 ETS, 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 29 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R9 ETS?

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What year was R9 ETS registered?

R9 ETS is a 1997 Honda XL600, first registered on 24 December 1997.

Is R9 ETS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R9 ETS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R9 ETS have outstanding finance?

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