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VYA 652W

1981 Honda XL185

Red Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,946 mi
Last recorded13,946 miles
Recorded on23 May 2009
Typical for 1981 Honda XL18514,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYA 652W
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 May 2009 13,946 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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VYA 652W is a 1981 Honda XL185 in Red with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VYA 652W, 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 VYA 652W?

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What year was VYA 652W registered?

VYA 652W is a 1981 Honda XL185, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is VYA 652W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYA 652W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYA 652W have outstanding finance?

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