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EOR 703W

1981 Honda XL

Purple Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,931 mi
Last recorded18,931 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 1981 Honda XL12,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOR 703W
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 18,931 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 18,924 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre has quite severe cracks all over surface no cords showing

offside rear shockabsorber rod is corroded not leaking at the moment

rear tyre has surface cracks all over no cords showing

Fail 9 Dec 2009 18,917 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

front tyre has quite severe cracks all over surface no cords showing

offside rear shockabsorber rod is corroded not leaking at the moment

rear tyre has surface cracks all over no cords showing

wire broken off battery and not connected

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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EOR 703W is a 1981 Honda XL in Purple with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 12,009 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 XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EOR 703W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EOR 703W?

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What year was EOR 703W registered?

EOR 703W is a 1981 Honda XL, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is EOR 703W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOR 703W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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