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SWH 613T

1979 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,036 mi
Last recorded9,036 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2008
Typical for 1979 Honda XL50010,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWH 613T
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2008 9,036 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 9,036 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 9,036 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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SWH 613T is a 1979 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 10,854 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 SWH 613T, 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 47 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 SWH 613T?

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What year was SWH 613T registered?

SWH 613T is a 1979 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is SWH 613T safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWH 613T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWH 613T have outstanding finance?

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