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HBA 744Y

1982 Honda XL500

White Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,761 mi
Last recorded42,761 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 744Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 42,761 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 42,670 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 42,259 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 42,250 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 42,143 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 42,044 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 41,956 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 41,956 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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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HBA 744Y is a 1982 Honda XL500 in White with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HBA 744Y, 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 HBA 744Y?

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What year was HBA 744Y registered?

HBA 744Y is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 15 March 1982.

Is HBA 744Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBA 744Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HBA 744Y have outstanding finance?

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