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E248 GDL

1987 Honda XL600

Blue Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

57,578 mi
Last recorded57,578 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1987 Honda XL60043,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE248 GDL
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 57,578 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 57,578 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 56,411 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 52,644 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 52,007 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2013 52,007 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 51,983 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 51,947 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 51,881 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 51,816 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 51,816 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 51,723 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 51,658 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 51,641 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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E248 GDL is a 1987 Honda XL600 in Blue with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 E248 GDL, 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 E248 GDL registered?

E248 GDL is a 1987 Honda XL600, first registered on 18 August 1987.

Is E248 GDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E248 GDL shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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