MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
28,628 miAbove average mileage for this year
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All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
How Reliable is the Honda XL500?
Based on 1,966 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A889 BKU is a 1983 Honda XL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1983 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,845 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 A889 BKU, 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 43 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A889 BKU registered?
A889 BKU is a 1983 Honda XL500, first registered on 20 December 1983.
Is A889 BKU safe to buy?
The MOT history for A889 BKU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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