Honda Xl600
MotorcycleFrom 594 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 9 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 4 |
| a tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 3 |
| fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap | 3 |
| brake performance unable to be tested | 2 |
| brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.5% of failures are serious: 38.5% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £86.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 72.1% | a tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xl600s tested had between 23,626 and 56,958 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,773 median miles, the Xl600 has 0.044 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Xl600 MOT pass rate?
The Honda Xl600 has a 83.2% MOT pass rate based on 594 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Xl600?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Xl600 is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Xl600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Xl600 is 37,773 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,626 and 56,958 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.