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AGT 771W

1999 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,843 mi
Last recorded25,843 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGT 771W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 25,843 miles

no lights fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2018 25,301 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 25,133 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 24,788 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 May 2015 24,784 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 24,362 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 23,957 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 23,723 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 23,049 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 23,048 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 11,348 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 11,342 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 11,336 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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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AGT 771W is a 1999 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AGT 771W, 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 27 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AGT 771W registered?

AGT 771W is a 1999 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 August 1999.

Is AGT 771W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGT 771W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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