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B855 AGN

1984 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,054 mi
Last recorded21,054 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1984 Honda XL50021,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB855 AGN
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 21,054 miles

gear selctor loose

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 21,054 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2013 21,054 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 21,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no side or main stand

rear brake slight bind

Fail 6 Jul 2012 21,054 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

no side or main stand

rear brake slight bind

Pass 6 May 2011 21,054 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Oct 2009 21,054 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 21,054 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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B855 AGN is a 1984 Honda XL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 B855 AGN, 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.

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What year was B855 AGN registered?

B855 AGN is a 1984 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 October 1984.

Is B855 AGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B855 AGN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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