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D89 ELM

1986 Honda XL

White Petrol 591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,517 mi
Last recorded48,517 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD89 ELM
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine591cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 48,517 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 48,281 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 47,681 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 47,681 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 46,167 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 45,211 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 43,142 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 40,973 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 40,973 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 35,923 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 35,854 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2007 31,036 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 31,036 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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D89 ELM is a 1986 Honda XL in White with a 591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

The most common reason a Honda XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D89 ELM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 40 years old, this Honda XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D89 ELM registered?

D89 ELM is a 1986 Honda XL, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is D89 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D89 ELM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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