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OKH 563V

1980 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,924 mi
Last recorded1,924 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda XL50019,322 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKH 563V
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 1,924 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 May 2018 1,924 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 May 2017 1,404 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 500 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 1 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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OKH 563V is a 1980 Honda XL500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 19,322 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 OKH 563V, 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 46 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 OKH 563V?

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What year was OKH 563V registered?

OKH 563V is a 1980 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is OKH 563V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKH 563V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OKH 563V have outstanding finance?

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