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D51 SEV

1987 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,770 mi
Last recorded65,770 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda XL60043,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD51 SEV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 65,770 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 65,166 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 65,153 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 63,823 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2014 63,823 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 4 May 2013 61,055 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 4 May 2013 61,055 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 58,432 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 58,088 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 57,902 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

Pass 5 May 2007 56,655 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 53,723 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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D51 SEV is a 1987 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 43,051 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 D51 SEV, 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 39 years old, this Honda XL600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D51 SEV?

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What year was D51 SEV registered?

D51 SEV is a 1987 Honda XL600, first registered on 11 May 1987.

Is D51 SEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D51 SEV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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