MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,074 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Drive chain slightly loose chain guard missing (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
front of seat insecure
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
How Reliable is the Honda XL185?
Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AMW 540V is a 1979 Honda XL185 in Red with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1979 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,591 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 XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMW 540V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda XL185 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Honda XL185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of AMW 540V?
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What year was AMW 540V registered?
AMW 540V is a 1979 Honda XL185, first registered on 4 October 1979.
Is AMW 540V safe to buy?
The MOT history for AMW 540V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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