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B287 MWV

1996 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,583 mi
Last recorded36,583 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda XL60030,680 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB287 MWV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 36,583 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 36,044 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 35,709 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 34,640 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 34,555 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 33,347 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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B287 MWV is a 1996 Honda XL600 in Red with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B287 MWV, 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

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What year was B287 MWV registered?

B287 MWV is a 1996 Honda XL600, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is B287 MWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B287 MWV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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