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S854 NEF

1999 Honda XL600

Purple Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,407 mi
Last recorded32,407 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda XL60027,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS854 NEF
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 32,407 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 31,755 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 28,952 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 27,638 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 26,737 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 26,539 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre just meets legal tread depth of 1mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 26,397 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 26,068 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 25,749 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 25,749 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 25,320 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 24,878 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 24,113 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,292 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 22,080 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,599 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 18,788 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 17,572 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 14,361 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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S854 NEF is a 1999 Honda XL600 in Purple with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 27,838 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 S854 NEF, 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 27 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 S854 NEF?

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What year was S854 NEF registered?

S854 NEF is a 1999 Honda XL600, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S854 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S854 NEF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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