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D235 YTF

1987 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,365 mi
Last recorded29,365 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD235 YTF
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 29,365 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 29,211 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 28,700 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 28,359 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 27,369 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 27,369 miles

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

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 25,422 miles
Fail 4 May 2020 25,422 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2019 23,367 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 23,312 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 23,187 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 23,182 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 7 May 2009 22,349 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 21,968 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 21,516 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 21,516 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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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D235 YTF is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 D235 YTF, 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 D235 YTF registered?

D235 YTF is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 18 May 1987.

Is D235 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D235 YTF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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