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WAE 585T

1979 Honda XL

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,123 mi
Last recorded5,123 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Honda XL11,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAE 585T
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 5,123 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 5,121 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 5,121 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2014 4,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Mar 2012 3,988 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL?

Based on 3,619 MOT tests across 559 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
754
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
559
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Horn not working 12
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WAE 585T is a 1979 Honda XL in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 11,585 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 WAE 585T, 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 47 years old, this Honda XL is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WAE 585T?

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What year was WAE 585T registered?

WAE 585T is a 1979 Honda XL, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is WAE 585T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAE 585T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WAE 585T have outstanding finance?

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