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R456 EBE

1997 Honda XL600V

Beige Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,366 mi
Last recorded75,366 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda XL600V28,326 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 EBE
MakeHonda
ModelXL600V
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 75,366 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 73,492 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 72,704 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 70,763 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 67,158 miles

Clutch lever pivot worn

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside and offside mirrors missing

Nearside and offside side panels missing

Fail 7 Jan 2021 67,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Battery discharged

Clutch lever pivot worn

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside and offside mirrors missing

Nearside and offside side panels missing

Pass 15 Mar 2019 64,932 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 64,932 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2018 60,262 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 56,578 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 48,857 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 40,481 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 40,322 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 40,092 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 39,417 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear disc worn

Pass 8 Oct 2010 39,273 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear disc worn

Pass 26 Sep 2009 33,573 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 26,822 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 20,274 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 20,274 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 12,514 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 11,741 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL600V?

Based on 2,094 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
888
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 17
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R456 EBE is a 1997 Honda XL600V in Beige with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda XL600V models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 28,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL600V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R456 EBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL600V typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Honda XL600V is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R456 EBE registered?

R456 EBE is a 1997 Honda XL600V, first registered on 24 December 1997.

Is R456 EBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R456 EBE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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