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B863 YTC

1998 Honda XL

White Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

74,589 mi
Last recorded74,589 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda XL42,244 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB863 YTC
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 74,589 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket bolt missing - Sprocket still secure

Pass 8 Feb 2020 74,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 74,220 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2014 73,334 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear tyre cracking

Fail 2 Oct 2014 73,334 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rear tyre cracking

Pass 12 Nov 2013 72,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2012 71,430 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 71,430 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Dec 2011 70,883 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 70,197 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2009 69,911 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2008 69,334 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2007 67,400 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 64,124 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 64,113 miles

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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B863 YTC is a 1998 Honda XL in White with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 42,244 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B863 YTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B863 YTC registered?

B863 YTC is a 1998 Honda XL, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is B863 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B863 YTC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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