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A696 WAV

1984 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

23,389 mi
Last recorded23,389 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda XL50021,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA696 WAV
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 23,389 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 23,342 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 23,342 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 23,342 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,342 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 23,342 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 23,342 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 23,342 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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A696 WAV is a 1984 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1984 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 21,006 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 A696 WAV, 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 42 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A696 WAV?

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What year was A696 WAV registered?

A696 WAV is a 1984 Honda XL500, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A696 WAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A696 WAV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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