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B641 UJO

1984 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,069 mi
Last recorded25,069 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 1984 Honda XL50021,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB641 UJO
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 25,069 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 24,893 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 24,675 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 24,196 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 23,552 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 22,280 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 21,876 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit rear brake on full adjustment (1.1.13 (a))

oil leak from top of engine

Pass 22 Aug 2017 21,129 miles

exhaust quite noisey

headlight aim poor pattern

no indicators fitted

Pass 21 May 2010 21,116 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 21,006 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 20,993 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

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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B641 UJO is a 1984 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1984 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 21,006 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 B641 UJO, 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 42 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 B641 UJO?

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What year was B641 UJO registered?

B641 UJO is a 1984 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B641 UJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B641 UJO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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