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D320 EVT

1987 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,711 mi
Last recorded40,711 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
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

RegistrationD320 EVT
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 40,711 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 37,662 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2024 37,662 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 34,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 29,484 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 29,484 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 27,823 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 25,588 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 25,557 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 25,557 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2017 25,545 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 25,545 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,440 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 25,262 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,253 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,887 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 24,865 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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D320 EVT is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 D320 EVT, 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 D320 EVT registered?

D320 EVT is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 June 1987.

Is D320 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D320 EVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D320 EVT have outstanding finance?

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