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LOW 177Y

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

536 mi
Last recorded536 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2011
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOW 177Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2011 536 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 492 miles

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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LOW 177Y is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LOW 177Y, 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

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What year was LOW 177Y registered?

LOW 177Y is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 22 December 1982.

Is LOW 177Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOW 177Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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