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PVR 264W

1981 Honda XL500

White Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Honda XL50027,544 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVR 264W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2020
Pass 21 Oct 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test.

Number plate undersize.

Pass 9 Sep 2016

Noisey Exhaust

Pass 20 Dec 2014

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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PVR 264W is a 1981 Honda XL500 in White with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests 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 PVR 264W, 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

How do I check the history of PVR 264W?

You can check the full history of PVR 264W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PVR 264W registered?

PVR 264W is a 1981 Honda XL500, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is PVR 264W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVR 264W shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVR 264W have outstanding finance?

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