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TAH 989W

1981 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,363 mi
Last recorded5,363 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Honda XL50027,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAH 989W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 5,363 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 37,322 miles

No lights fitted at time of test. Not for use during times of restricted visibility.

Fail 11 Oct 2019 37,321 miles

Horn not working Missing (7.7 (a) (ii))

No lights fitted at time of test. Not for use during times of restricted visibility.

Pass 24 Nov 2017 37,306 miles

No lights fitted at time of test, not for use during restricted visibility.

Pass 24 May 2016 37,106 miles

No light`s fitted at time of test.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 37,016 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Jun 2014 36,985 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Jan 2013 34,940 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 31,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 29,695 miles

battery slightly flat

Pass 20 Jan 2010 29,644 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 29,644 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 29,625 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 29,625 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 28,950 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 28,933 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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TAH 989W is a 1981 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TAH 989W, 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 TAH 989W registered?

TAH 989W is a 1981 Honda XL500, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is TAH 989W safe to buy?

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