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URR 599X

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,247 mi
Last recorded27,247 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURR 599X
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 27,247 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 27,207 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 27,206 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 27,201 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 26,075 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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URR 599X is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 25,724 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 URR 599X, 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 44 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 URR 599X?

You can check the full history of URR 599X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was URR 599X registered?

URR 599X is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is URR 599X safe to buy?

The MOT history for URR 599X shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does URR 599X have outstanding finance?

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