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ESF 736W

2012 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,745 mi
Last recorded39,745 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESF 736W
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 39,745 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 39,694 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 39,604 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 39,576 miles

Centre Rear tyre has minor cracks in wall

Fail 16 Sep 2015 39,575 miles

Centre Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on not working (1.1.3a)

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light light not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 39,465 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 39,459 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 39,115 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 39,115 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Jun 2010 39,112 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre has slight crazing

rear shocker operation is sligthly stiff

headlight and tail light are not as bright as they should be

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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ESF 736W is a 2012 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ESF 736W, 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 14 years old, this Honda XL500 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ESF 736W registered?

ESF 736W is a 2012 Honda XL500, first registered on 21 August 2012.

Is ESF 736W safe to buy?

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