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GNY 185W

1980 Honda XL185

White Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,168 mi
Last recorded14,168 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Honda XL18513,869 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNY 185W
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,168 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 13,984 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 13,573 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,535 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 11,665 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 10,750 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 9,396 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 8,979 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 8,747 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,578 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 8,471 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 8,286 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 8,004 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,810 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 7,344 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda XL185?

Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 9
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GNY 185W is a 1980 Honda XL185 in White with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 13,869 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNY 185W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL185 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Honda XL185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GNY 185W?

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What year was GNY 185W registered?

GNY 185W is a 1980 Honda XL185, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GNY 185W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNY 185W shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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