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D31 TGK

1987 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,795 mi
Last recorded63,795 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD31 TGK
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 63,795 miles

swing arm bearing has slight free play

Pass 29 Jul 2016 63,407 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 62,269 miles

Outer Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2014 62,265 miles

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

Outer Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

gear lever a bit loos

rear rack loos

Pass 7 Sep 2013 62,067 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 61,386 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

stiring bit stiff

Pass 22 Aug 2011 61,165 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 60,476 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nail in rear tyre

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 59,866 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear tyre has a split in it

Pass 17 Apr 2008 59,474 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Left front footrest is worn,taped up.

Pass 19 Dec 2006 59,125 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 57,811 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 57,811 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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D31 TGK is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 D31 TGK, 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 D31 TGK registered?

D31 TGK is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 6 June 1987.

Is D31 TGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D31 TGK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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