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PVL 243V

2008 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,331 mi
Last recorded3,331 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 243V
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 3,331 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 3,302 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 3,278 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 3,210 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 3,151 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 3,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 3,010 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 2,878 miles

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

rear-tyre walls cracked and perished.

Pass 30 Jun 2010 2,735 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 2,499 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 2,499 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 1,906 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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PVL 243V is a 2008 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PVL 243V, 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 18 years old, this Honda XL500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVL 243V registered?

PVL 243V is a 2008 Honda XL500, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is PVL 243V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 243V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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