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A986 PAE

2003 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,513 mi
Last recorded40,513 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Honda XL60041,424 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA986 PAE
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 40,513 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 39,676 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 39,676 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 39,408 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 38,686 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre side wall slightly perished

Pass 26 Jun 2013 37,984 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 37,984 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 37,397 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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A986 PAE is a 2003 Honda XL600 in Red with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 41,424 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 A986 PAE, 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 23 years old, this Honda XL600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A986 PAE registered?

A986 PAE is a 2003 Honda XL600, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is A986 PAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A986 PAE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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