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SGC 539Y

1996 Honda XL600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

51,968 mi
Last recorded51,968 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGC 539Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 May 2013 51,968 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 4 May 2013 51,968 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 55,237 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 Jan 2009 55,237 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 52,032 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 51,830 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 51,830 miles

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Oil is leaking fromengine sump plug

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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SGC 539Y is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 30,680 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 SGC 539Y, 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 30 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 SGC 539Y?

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What year was SGC 539Y registered?

SGC 539Y is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is SGC 539Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGC 539Y shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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