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S458 NGN

1998 Honda XL600V

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

140 mi
Last recorded140 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda XL600V28,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS458 NGN
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 140 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Minor oil leak

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad securing pin dust cover missing

Rear Brake Caliper slider dust cover missing

Rear Brake pad pin dust cover missing

Fail 19 Sep 2025 139 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Rear Brake pedal insecure Rear brake master cylinder rod locking nut loose (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Minor oil leak

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad securing pin dust cover missing

Rear Brake Caliper slider dust cover missing

Rear Brake pad pin dust cover missing

Pass 13 Aug 2024 118 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 117 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fork yoke insecure Main steering stem nut loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 2 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 2 miles

Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 26,536 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 17,963 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 9,316 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 100,196 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2014 91,696 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 83,549 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 74,820 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 74,820 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 66,016 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 56,045 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 47,504 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Nov 2009 47,504 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2008 36,695 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 31,543 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 31,180 miles

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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S458 NGN is a 1998 Honda XL600V in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 S458 NGN, 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 S458 NGN registered?

S458 NGN is a 1998 Honda XL600V, first registered on 21 November 1998.

Is S458 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S458 NGN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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