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JGN 428Y

1982 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,568 mi
Last recorded14,568 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1982 Honda XL50025,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGN 428Y
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 14,568 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Aug 2013 14,541 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

headlamp not tested due to not working

Pass 13 Oct 2006 14,219 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 14,141 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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JGN 428Y is a 1982 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JGN 428Y, 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

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What year was JGN 428Y registered?

JGN 428Y is a 1982 Honda XL500, first registered on 12 August 1982.

Is JGN 428Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGN 428Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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