MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,489 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
How Reliable is the Honda XL500?
Based on 1,966 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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URL 279Y is a 1998 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 1998 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 41,601 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 URL 279Y, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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URL 279Y is a 1998 Honda XL500, first registered on 4 November 1998.
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