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S434 FGU

1998 Honda XL600V

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,917 mi
Last recorded24,917 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda XL600V28,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS434 FGU
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2014 24,917 miles

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

front tyre perished

right hand mirror damaged

Fail 8 Oct 2014 24,773 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

front tyre perished

right hand mirror damaged

Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,428 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2013 24,428 miles

Front Wheel fractured significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 24,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2011 24,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,982 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 21,358 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 18,794 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 16,500 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 14,285 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 14,285 miles

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

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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S434 FGU is a 1998 Honda XL600V in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL600V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 28,747 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 S434 FGU, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL600V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S434 FGU registered?

S434 FGU is a 1998 Honda XL600V, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is S434 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S434 FGU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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