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B727 YKN

1985 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

48,378 mi
Last recorded48,378 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB727 YKN
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 48,378 miles

Front Tyre heavily wall cracked and more than 30 years old (X381 date code)

Rear Tyre old - (date code Y282)

Fail 10 Nov 2025 48,377 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre heavily wall cracked and more than 30 years old (X381 date code)

Rear Tyre old - (date code Y282)

Pass 22 Feb 2019 46,745 miles

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 46,745 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 46,742 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right kick up to the offside (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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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B727 YKN is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 B727 YKN, 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 B727 YKN registered?

B727 YKN is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 11 June 1985.

Is B727 YKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B727 YKN shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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