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C745 JGL

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,581 mi
Last recorded34,581 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC745 JGL
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 34,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2025 34,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 34,575 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pilliomn footrests

Fail 12 Mar 2021 34,575 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pilliomn footrests

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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C745 JGL is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 25,724 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 C745 JGL, 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 44 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C745 JGL registered?

C745 JGL is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 15 February 1982.

Is C745 JGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C745 JGL shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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