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B128 ATA

1985 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,662 mi
Last recorded73,662 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB128 ATA
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 73,662 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 38,336 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Aug 2011 31,006 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 30,593 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2005 30,466 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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B128 ATA is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 37,576 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 B128 ATA, 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 41 years old, this Honda XBR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B128 ATA registered?

B128 ATA is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 23 July 1985.

Is B128 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B128 ATA 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.

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