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D525 NRL

2004 Honda XL600

Red Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,058 mi
Last recorded43,058 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL60035,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD525 NRL
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 43,058 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Rear brake (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket system fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Slight engine oil leak, stator cover

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear swing arm linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 42,542 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 42,481 miles

Nearside mirror missing

Fail 9 Dec 2022 42,481 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside mirror missing

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 38,373 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside mirror missing

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear hub cushion rubber slight play

Pass 22 Nov 2019 35,367 miles

Clutch lever perch worn

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside mirror missing

Rear drive sprocket cushion rubbers worn

Pass 19 Jan 2008 35,152 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 35,004 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 35,004 miles

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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D525 NRL is a 2004 Honda XL600 in Red with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Honda XL600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 35,016 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 D525 NRL, 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 22 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 D525 NRL registered?

D525 NRL is a 2004 Honda XL600, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is D525 NRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D525 NRL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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