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HTY 398W

1998 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,715 mi
Last recorded49,715 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Honda XL50041,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 398W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2008 49,715 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 47,089 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 45,333 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 43,062 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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HTY 398W is a 1998 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 41,601 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 HTY 398W, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HTY 398W?

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What year was HTY 398W registered?

HTY 398W is a 1998 Honda XL500, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is HTY 398W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 398W shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HTY 398W have outstanding finance?

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