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B33 NDL

1985 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,498 mi
Last recorded48,498 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB33 NDL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 48,498 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 48,486 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 47,139 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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B33 NDL is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B33 NDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B33 NDL registered?

B33 NDL is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 7 June 1985.

Is B33 NDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B33 NDL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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