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D154 GEF

1987 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,121 mi
Last recorded39,121 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD154 GEF
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 39,121 miles

Front Fork stanchions covered by gaiters

Fail 24 Apr 2026 39,077 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Fork stanchions covered by gaiters

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 38,397 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Fork tube's covered by gaiters

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 35,116 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 33,981 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 29,817 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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D154 GEF is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D154 GEF, 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

How do I check the history of D154 GEF?

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What year was D154 GEF registered?

D154 GEF is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 12 May 1987.

Is D154 GEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D154 GEF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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