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D164 PKM

1987 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

28,777 mi
Last recorded28,777 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD164 PKM
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 28,777 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 28,757 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 28,661 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Footrest slightly loose mounting rubbers on top of riders footrests slightly worn (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 28,221 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 27,922 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 27,101 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,812 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 24,770 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 24,654 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 24,287 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 23,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 23,111 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 22,996 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 21,432 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 20,169 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 20,156 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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D164 PKM is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 D164 PKM, 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.

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What year was D164 PKM registered?

D164 PKM is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 6 June 1987.

Is D164 PKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D164 PKM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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