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D555 XCN

1987 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,116 mi
Last recorded47,116 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 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

RegistrationD555 XCN
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 47,116 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 47,034 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 47,033 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 46,951 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 46,889 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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D555 XCN is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D555 XCN, 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 D555 XCN?

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What year was D555 XCN registered?

D555 XCN is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 10 June 1987.

Is D555 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D555 XCN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D555 XCN have outstanding finance?

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