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VMX 79X

1998 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

57,461 mi
Last recorded57,461 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda XL50041,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 79X
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 57,461 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,457 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 57,190 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 57,190 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 56,965 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 56,965 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 56,642 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2009 55,511 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2009 55,501 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2007 55,045 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 55,030 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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VMX 79X is a 1998 Honda XL500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 VMX 79X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VMX 79X registered?

VMX 79X is a 1998 Honda XL500, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is VMX 79X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 79X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMX 79X have outstanding finance?

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