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XOW 483V

1979 Honda XL185

White Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,482 mi
Last recorded14,482 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1979 Honda XL18515,591 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOW 483V
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 14,482 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 14,482 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 14,180 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 14,171 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 14,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 14,026 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 13,982 miles

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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XOW 483V is a 1979 Honda XL185 in White with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 15,591 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 XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XOW 483V, 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 47 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 XOW 483V?

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What year was XOW 483V registered?

XOW 483V is a 1979 Honda XL185, first registered on 15 August 1979.

Is XOW 483V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOW 483V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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