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B800 XWT

1985 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,354 mi
Last recorded49,354 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB800 XWT
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 49,354 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 49,341 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 49,311 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 49,263 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 48,919 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 48,573 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 47,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 47,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. left hand (2.1.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 47,509 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 47,362 miles

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

Rear brake arm not fully tight on splines

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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B800 XWT is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 B800 XWT, 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 B800 XWT registered?

B800 XWT is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 24 July 1985.

Is B800 XWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B800 XWT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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