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H443 PRD

1998 Honda XL

Black Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,773 mi
Last recorded2,773 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda XL42,244 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH443 PRD
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 2,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 Oct 2019 2,775 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Corroded (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side Walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2015 2,699 miles

Day time MOT : Only used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 2,699 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Day time MOT : Only used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 2,305 miles

Daytime m.o.t only to be used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 May 2013 480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

The motorcycle has been issued with a daytime mot and is only to be used during daylight hours,and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Fail 24 Mar 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 24 Mar 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 858 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2009

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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H443 PRD is a 1998 Honda XL in Black with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 42,244 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 H443 PRD, 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 28 years old, this Honda XL is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H443 PRD registered?

H443 PRD is a 1998 Honda XL, first registered on 2 December 1998.

Is H443 PRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H443 PRD shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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