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F929 THW

2002 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,088 mi
Last recorded50,088 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda XL50033,807 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF929 THW
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 50,088 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 50,088 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 49,902 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 49,653 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 49,506 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 49,506 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2015 49,219 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 48,648 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,620 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 48,617 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2006 48,620 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 48,620 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2005 48,620 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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F929 THW is a 2002 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 33,807 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 F929 THW, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F929 THW registered?

F929 THW is a 2002 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is F929 THW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F929 THW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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