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WLG 241W

1980 Honda XL

White Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

141 mi
Last recorded141 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 1980 Honda XL9,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLG 241W
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 141 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 141 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2016 10,502 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 10,748 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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WLG 241W is a 1980 Honda XL in White with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 9,259 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 XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WLG 241W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Honda XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WLG 241W registered?

WLG 241W is a 1980 Honda XL, first registered on 28 August 1980.

Is WLG 241W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLG 241W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WLG 241W have outstanding finance?

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