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D637 HYL

1987 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,256 mi
Last recorded64,256 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD637 HYL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 64,256 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 62,831 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 61,854 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 58,690 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 53,953 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 50,153 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 48,572 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 48,551 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 47,761 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 47,742 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2007 47,037 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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D637 HYL is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 D637 HYL, 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 D637 HYL registered?

D637 HYL is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is D637 HYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D637 HYL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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