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B678 CHG

1987 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,000 mi
Last recorded19,000 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB678 CHG
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 19,000 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 18,030 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,774 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 17,755 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 17,577 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 17,469 miles

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

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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B678 CHG is a 1987 Honda XL500 in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B678 CHG, 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 39 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B678 CHG registered?

B678 CHG is a 1987 Honda XL500, first registered on 6 March 1987.

Is B678 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B678 CHG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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