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D749 GCD

1987 Honda XL600

White Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,247 mi
Last recorded33,247 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda XL60043,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD749 GCD
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 33,247 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 31,673 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 30,414 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 30,180 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 30,180 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 39,664 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 39,664 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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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D749 GCD is a 1987 Honda XL600 in White with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D749 GCD, 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

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What year was D749 GCD registered?

D749 GCD is a 1987 Honda XL600, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D749 GCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D749 GCD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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