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HTY 527W

1990 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,702 mi
Last recorded32,702 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 527W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 32,702 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 32,478 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 32,336 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 32,246 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 32,131 miles

Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute & rear. (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 31,923 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 31,574 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 31,479 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 31,417 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 31,344 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 31,212 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 32,071 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 31,009 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 30,767 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 30,474 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 30,134 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 29,850 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 29,666 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 29,666 miles

Front Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Lower Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 29,362 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2006 29,344 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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 527W is a 1990 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 527W, 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 36 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 HTY 527W registered?

HTY 527W is a 1990 Honda XL500, first registered on 4 July 1990.

Is HTY 527W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 527W shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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