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TLB 19W

1981 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,116 mi
Last recorded48,116 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Honda XL50027,544 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLB 19W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,116 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 47,072 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 46,209 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 45,312 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 44,540 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 43,548 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 42,532 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 42,532 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 41,755 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 41,454 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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TLB 19W is a 1981 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TLB 19W, 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 TLB 19W?

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What year was TLB 19W registered?

TLB 19W is a 1981 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 April 1981.

Is TLB 19W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLB 19W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TLB 19W have outstanding finance?

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