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Q518JWW

1986 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,917 mi
Last recorded4,917 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ518JWW
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2021 4,917 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 4,776 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 4,745 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 4,698 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 4,666 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 4,604 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 4,545 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 4,453 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 4,308 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 4,308 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 4,186 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 4,061 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 3,717 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 3,631 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 3,607 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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Q518JWW is a 1986 Honda XL500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Q518JWW, 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 40 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q518JWW registered?

Q518JWW is a 1986 Honda XL500, first registered on 15 July 1986.

Is Q518JWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q518JWW shows 15 tests 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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