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S378 VVR

1998 Honda XL600

Beige Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,651 mi
Last recorded23,651 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda XL60029,610 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS378 VVR
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 23,651 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 23,622 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 23,610 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 23,459 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,444 miles

front wheel spokes corroded

n/s/f brake pads low

Fail 12 Jun 2015 23,433 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front wheel spokes corroded

n/s/f brake pads low

Pass 31 Jul 2013 21,840 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 19,087 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 19,061 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 19,061 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,061 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 19,061 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 18,748 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 18,748 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2006 15,618 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 14,479 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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S378 VVR is a 1998 Honda XL600 in Beige with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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

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 S378 VVR, 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 S378 VVR registered?

S378 VVR is a 1998 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S378 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S378 VVR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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