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E237 OEX

1987 Honda XL600

White Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,810 mi
Last recorded88,810 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 1987 Honda XL60043,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE237 OEX
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 88,810 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 88,782 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 86,689 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 86,688 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 77,579 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 77,578 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 75,217 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 72,732 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 68,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 68,227 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 67,402 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 67,390 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 May 2007 67,259 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Sep 2006 66,678 miles

Rear Brake drum(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2006 66,636 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2005 65,799 miles

SLIGHT EXHAUST LEAK

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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E237 OEX is a 1987 Honda XL600 in White with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 E237 OEX, 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.

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What year was E237 OEX registered?

E237 OEX is a 1987 Honda XL600, first registered on 25 August 1987.

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