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L494 HDV

2006 Honda XL

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

30,331 mi
Last recorded30,331 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2006 Honda XL24,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL494 HDV
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 30,331 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 Nov 2014 30,331 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Nov 2014 30,331 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Nov 2013 28,806 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 26,853 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 26,853 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 24,711 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 24,711 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 May 2009 24,116 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 7 May 2008 23,107 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 21,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 13 Mar 2007 21,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2006 19,805 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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L494 HDV is a 2006 Honda XL in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 24,116 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 XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L494 HDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 20 years old, this Honda XL is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L494 HDV registered?

L494 HDV is a 2006 Honda XL, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is L494 HDV safe to buy?

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