MOT Status
ValidMileage
15,814 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Indicators not Present (first used before 1 August 1986)
All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
High Beam Tell tale Inop
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
os handlebar grip burst
How Reliable is the Honda XL500?
Based on 1,966 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PBU 642W is a 1981 Honda XL500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 PBU 642W, 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 PBU 642W registered?
PBU 642W is a 1981 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 March 1981.
Is PBU 642W safe to buy?
The MOT history for PBU 642W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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