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XLJ 134X

1982 Honda Nighthawk

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

5,851 mi
Last recorded5,851 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 1982 Honda Nighthawk26,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 134X
MakeHonda
ModelNighthawk
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2018 5,851 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fuel system component leaking carb area (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Aug 2016 5,376 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 5,308 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Number 3 cylinder spark plug blowing

Petrol tank insecure

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 3,063 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

chain dry and requires lubrication

oil leak from right side case

Pass 17 Jun 2014 1,121 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 May 2014 1,116 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

OIL LEAKING FROM ENGINE

Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,157 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Upper Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

drive chain split link fitted

modified seat rails

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 5 Jun 2013 28,157 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Upper Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

drive chain split link fitted

modified seat rails

slight cracking in sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 27 Apr 2013 27,607 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front tyre sidewall perished.

L/H riders footrest incorrectly fitted.

How Reliable is the Honda Nighthawk?

Based on 1,396 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
460
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
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XLJ 134X is a 1982 Honda Nighthawk in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1982 Honda Nighthawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 26,166 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 Nighthawk fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XLJ 134X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Nighthawk typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Honda Nighthawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XLJ 134X registered?

XLJ 134X is a 1982 Honda Nighthawk, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XLJ 134X safe to buy?

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