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OMX 795W

1981 Honda XL500

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,356 mi
Last recorded39,356 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 1981 Honda XL50027,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOMX 795W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2009 39,356 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

No indicators fitted at time of test. Slight perishing on sidewalls of front tyre. Throttle grip not sticking but engine rev's vary intermittently at tickover. Non standard kill switch fitted.

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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OMX 795W is a 1981 Honda XL500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 OMX 795W, 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

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What year was OMX 795W registered?

OMX 795W is a 1981 Honda XL500, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is OMX 795W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OMX 795W shows 1 test 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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