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GFE 155X

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,561 mi
Last recorded14,561 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFE 155X
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 14,561 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 14,561 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 14,548 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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GFE 155X is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GFE 155X, 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

How do I check the history of GFE 155X?

You can check the full history of GFE 155X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GFE 155X registered?

GFE 155X is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is GFE 155X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFE 155X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFE 155X have outstanding finance?

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