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KFR 104W

1981 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,012 mi
Last recorded13,012 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2008
Typical for 1981 Honda XL50027,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFR 104W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Dec 2008 13,012 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 13,012 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 52,859 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 52,859 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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KFR 104W is a 1981 Honda XL500 in Red with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 27,544 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KFR 104W, 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 45 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 KFR 104W?

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What year was KFR 104W registered?

KFR 104W is a 1981 Honda XL500, first registered on 19 May 1981.

Is KFR 104W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFR 104W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KFR 104W have outstanding finance?

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