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D738 LEX

1987 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,303 mi
Last recorded34,303 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD738 LEX
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 34,303 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 34,239 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 33,944 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 33,934 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 33,934 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 33,549 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 31,803 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 30,786 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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D738 LEX is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D738 LEX, 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 D738 LEX registered?

D738 LEX is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 26 May 1987.

Is D738 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D738 LEX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D738 LEX have outstanding finance?

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