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YAV 351X

1979 Honda XL500

Yellow Petrol 497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

41,100 mi
Last recorded41,100 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 1979 Honda XL50010,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAV 351X
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine497cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 41,100 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 41,100 miles

Front Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 41,100 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 41,085 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 41,085 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

gear liver insecure

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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YAV 351X is a 1979 Honda XL500 in Yellow with a 497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 10,854 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 YAV 351X, 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 47 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YAV 351X?

You can check the full history of YAV 351X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YAV 351X registered?

YAV 351X is a 1979 Honda XL500, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is YAV 351X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAV 351X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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