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A1 XBR

1987 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,081 mi
Last recorded16,081 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 XBR
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 16,081 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 16,081 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 16,009 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 15,867 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XBR500?

Based on 9,774 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,066
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 101
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 44
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Drive chain excessively loose 31
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A1 XBR is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 34,386 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 XBR500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 XBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XBR500 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 39 years old, this Honda XBR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 XBR registered?

A1 XBR is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 18 August 1987.

Is A1 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 XBR 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.

Does A1 XBR have outstanding finance?

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