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B439 BRO

1995 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,915 mi
Last recorded30,915 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB439 BRO
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2011 30,915 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 28,192 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 28,112 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 28,112 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 28,049 miles

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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B439 BRO is a 1995 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B439 BRO, 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 31 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of B439 BRO?

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What year was B439 BRO registered?

B439 BRO is a 1995 Honda XL500, first registered on 7 January 1995.

Is B439 BRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B439 BRO shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B439 BRO have outstanding finance?

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