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C229 YVG

1985 Honda XBR500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,683 mi
Last recorded38,683 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC229 YVG
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 38,683 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 37,065 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 35,335 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 35,294 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 35,286 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 35,283 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 35,274 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 35,254 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 35,233 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 35,212 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 35,194 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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C229 YVG is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 37,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C229 YVG, 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 41 years old, this Honda XBR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C229 YVG?

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What year was C229 YVG registered?

C229 YVG is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C229 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C229 YVG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C229 YVG have outstanding finance?

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