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TAT 334W

1981 Honda XL185

Red Petrol 185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,131 mi
Last recorded70,131 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda XL18514,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAT 334W
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine185cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 70,131 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2009 3,726 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 790 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 788 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2007 15,755 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL185?

Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 9
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TAT 334W is a 1981 Honda XL185 in Red with a 185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 14,648 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 XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAT 334W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL185 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAT 334W?

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What year was TAT 334W registered?

TAT 334W is a 1981 Honda XL185, first registered on 16 March 1981.

Is TAT 334W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAT 334W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAT 334W have outstanding finance?

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