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PDV 503W

1981 Honda XL185

Red Petrol 180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,963 mi
Last recorded8,963 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 1981 Honda XL18514,648 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDV 503W
MakeHonda
ModelXL185
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine180cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2011 8,963 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

forks covered by giators

Pass 12 Jul 2008

Chain guard missing

No lights fitted at time of test

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

only to be used during daylight hours

slight cracking in side wall of front tyre

How Reliable is the Honda XL185?

Based on 1,034 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 9
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PDV 503W is a 1981 Honda XL185 in Red with a 180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Honda XL185 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 14,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL185 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PDV 503W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL185 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Honda XL185 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PDV 503W registered?

PDV 503W is a 1981 Honda XL185, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is PDV 503W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDV 503W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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