MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,682 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Oil leak
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Oil leak
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Honda XL500?
Based on 1,966 MOT tests across 423 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YFG 487Y is a 1983 Honda XL500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1983 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,845 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 YFG 487Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was YFG 487Y registered?
YFG 487Y is a 1983 Honda XL500, first registered on 23 May 1983.
Is YFG 487Y safe to buy?
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