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C129 TMX

1986 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,373 mi
Last recorded53,373 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2010
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC129 TMX
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2010 53,373 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 52,656 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 52,562 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 51,196 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 50,604 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 50,601 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Nov 2006 50,177 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 49,620 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 49,606 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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C129 TMX is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 37,966 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 C129 TMX, 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 40 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 C129 TMX registered?

C129 TMX is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 9 May 1986.

Is C129 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C129 TMX shows 9 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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