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L229 XLP

2001 Honda PC800

Black Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

27,805 mi
Last recorded27,805 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL229 XLP
MakeHonda
ModelPC800
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 27,805 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,685 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 25,867 miles

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

advise front headlight masks fitted

Fail 24 Feb 2015 24,242 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,242 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2013 45,772 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 45,751 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 43,654 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake covers fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2012 43,654 miles

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake covers fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2011 40,113 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 40,113 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Honda PC800?

Based on 1,561 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
768
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
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L229 XLP is a 2001 Honda PC800 in Black with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Honda PC800 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L229 XLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda PC800 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Honda PC800 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L229 XLP registered?

L229 XLP is a 2001 Honda PC800, first registered on 23 August 2001.

Is L229 XLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L229 XLP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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