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B598 KAN

1985 Honda XBR500

Gold Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,165 mi
Last recorded36,165 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB598 KAN
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2013 36,165 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2011 36,074 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 35,816 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 35,478 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 35,198 miles

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

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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B598 KAN is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Gold with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 B598 KAN, 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 B598 KAN registered?

B598 KAN is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B598 KAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B598 KAN shows 5 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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