MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,978 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Day Time MOT
Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Rear damping soft
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
no lights at time of test
DAY TIME MOT ( NO LIGHTS FITTED )
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
DAY TIME MOT ( NO LIGHTS FITTED )
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda XL?
Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SWY 118W is a 1981 Honda XL in Red with a 184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1981 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 12,009 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 XL fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWY 118W, 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 45 years old, this Honda XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SWY 118W registered?
SWY 118W is a 1981 Honda XL, first registered on 24 March 1981.
Is SWY 118W safe to buy?
The MOT history for SWY 118W 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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