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A900 LEW

1983 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,530 mi
Last recorded8,530 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2008
Typical for 1983 Honda XL50024,845 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA900 LEW
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2008 8,530 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 8,527 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

brake control leaver retaining bolt requires adjustment and throttle control leaver not opperating as intended.

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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A900 LEW is a 1983 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 A900 LEW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A900 LEW?

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What year was A900 LEW registered?

A900 LEW is a 1983 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A900 LEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A900 LEW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A900 LEW have outstanding finance?

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