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JBW 959Y

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,563 mi
Last recorded24,563 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 959Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,563 miles

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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JBW 959Y is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 25,724 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JBW 959Y, 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 44 years old, this Honda XL500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JBW 959Y?

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What year was JBW 959Y registered?

JBW 959Y is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 December 1982.

Is JBW 959Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 959Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JBW 959Y have outstanding finance?

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