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E305 NUV

2004 Honda XL600

Black Petrol 589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,333 mi
Last recorded42,333 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda XL60035,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE305 NUV
MakeHonda
ModelXL600
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine589cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 42,333 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 42,133 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 41,911 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 41,563 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 41,350 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 41,302 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 41,302 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 41,223 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 40,428 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,410 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 54,755 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 54,645 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 53,362 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 52,354 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 52,354 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 51,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 51,239 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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E305 NUV is a 2004 Honda XL600 in Black with a 589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 E305 NUV, 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 E305 NUV registered?

E305 NUV is a 2004 Honda XL600, first registered on 20 May 2004.

Is E305 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E305 NUV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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