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YH59 USP

2009 Honda XL

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,805 mi
Last recorded12,805 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Honda XL8,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 USP
MakeHonda
ModelXL
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 12,805 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 10,271 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 9,542 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 9,531 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 9,437 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 8,692 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 6,856 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 6,856 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2016 6,630 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 6,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 6,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 5,618 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 5,064 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 5,056 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 4,889 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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YH59 USP is a 2009 Honda XL in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Honda XL models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 8,968 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YH59 USP, 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 17 years old, this Honda XL is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YH59 USP registered?

YH59 USP is a 2009 Honda XL, first registered on 17 October 2009.

Is YH59 USP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH59 USP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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