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S540 XHL

1998 Honda NT650V Deauville

Black Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,504 mi
Last recorded18,504 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda NT650V Deauville33,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS540 XHL
MakeHonda
ModelNT650V Deauville
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 18,504 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 18,501 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 18,237 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 17,925 miles

Throttle cable touching fairing at full L/H lock but not impeding steering

Pass 1 May 2019 16,665 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 16,337 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 16,182 miles

front brake master cylinder just makes contact with fairing on full lock

Pass 30 May 2014 16,137 miles

front brake master cylinder just touches fairing at full lock

Pass 20 Apr 2013 15,910 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

r/h bar end missing

Pass 23 Apr 2011 15,825 miles

front master cylinder just touches fairing on full left hand lock

minor corrosion on exhaust under engine

Pass 29 Mar 2010 15,285 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 14,516 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 13,957 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 13,957 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 13,509 miles

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

slight bind on front brake

How Reliable is the Honda NT650V Deauville?

Based on 7,464 MOT tests across 668 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
1,143
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 133
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 124
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 123
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
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S540 XHL is a 1998 Honda NT650V Deauville in Black with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda NT650V Deauville models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 33,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda NT650V Deauville fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S540 XHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NT650V Deauville typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda NT650V Deauville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S540 XHL registered?

S540 XHL is a 1998 Honda NT650V Deauville, first registered on 18 December 1998.

Is S540 XHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S540 XHL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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