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L521 XLA

1994 Honda -

Blue Petrol 1520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,220 mi
Last recorded98,220 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Honda -66,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL521 XLA
MakeHonda
Model-
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,520cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 98,220 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 97,490 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 97,439 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 97,325 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2015 97,319 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 96,706 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 94,332 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 90,144 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 85,633 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 79,946 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 74,391 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 70,448 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 66,653 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 66,653 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda -?

Based on 4,421 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 42
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 18
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L521 XLA is a 1994 Honda - in Blue with a 1,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Honda - models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 66,870 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Honda - fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L521 XLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda - typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 32 years old, this Honda - is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L521 XLA registered?

L521 XLA is a 1994 Honda -, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L521 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L521 XLA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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