CarVerify

Free Car Check

HCA 299T

1978 Honda XL

Red Petrol 249cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,937 mi
Last recorded30,937 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCA 299T
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2016 30,937 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 30,937 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 5,258 miles

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
Full Honda XL reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HCA 299T is a 1978 Honda XL in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HCA 299T, 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 48 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 HCA 299T?

You can check the full history of HCA 299T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HCA 299T registered?

HCA 299T is a 1978 Honda XL, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is HCA 299T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCA 299T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HCA 299T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HCA 299T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.