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UCW 448X

2002 Honda XL500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

6,659 mi
Last recorded6,659 miles
Recorded on17 May 2010
Typical for 2002 Honda XL50033,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCW 448X
MakeHonda
ModelXL500
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2010 6,659 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 14 May 2010 6,587 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 4,933 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2009 4,933 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 3,997 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2005 7,207 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 6,963 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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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UCW 448X is a 2002 Honda XL500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Honda XL500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 33,807 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 UCW 448X, 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 24 years old, this Honda XL500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was UCW 448X registered?

UCW 448X is a 2002 Honda XL500, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is UCW 448X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCW 448X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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