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HWV 161X

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,307 mi
Last recorded34,307 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWV 161X
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 34,307 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 33,096 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 32,151 miles

oil leak /slight

Pass 25 Feb 2021 31,395 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 31,395 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 31,195 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 31,166 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2013 31,047 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 30,700 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 30,046 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 28,934 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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HWV 161X is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HWV 161X, 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 HWV 161X?

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What year was HWV 161X registered?

HWV 161X is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is HWV 161X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWV 161X shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HWV 161X have outstanding finance?

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