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B407 DPU

1985 Honda XBR500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,531 mi
Last recorded21,531 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2010
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB407 DPU
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2010 21,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 21,411 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 21,249 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 20,865 miles

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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B407 DPU is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B407 DPU, 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 B407 DPU registered?

B407 DPU is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B407 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B407 DPU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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