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A353 GAL

1998 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

68,617 mi
Last recorded68,617 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Honda XL50041,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA353 GAL
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2008 68,617 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Mar 2008 68,617 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 68,472 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 67,631 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 67,631 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

How Reliable is the Honda XL500?

Based on 1,966 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
423
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Tyre is unsuitable 12
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A353 GAL is a 1998 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 41,601 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 XL500 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A353 GAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL500 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of A353 GAL?

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What year was A353 GAL registered?

A353 GAL is a 1998 Honda XL500, first registered on 21 September 1998.

Is A353 GAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A353 GAL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A353 GAL have outstanding finance?

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