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C188 FML

1986 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,056 mi
Last recorded57,056 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2010
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC188 FML
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2010 57,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 54,894 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

fork gaitors split

n/s footrest worn

n/s rear indicator poorly mounted

Fail 12 Feb 2009 54,894 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

fork gaitors split

n/s footrest worn

n/s rear indicator poorly mounted

rear brake rod not fitted correctly

Pass 18 Nov 2006 50,371 miles

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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C188 FML is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C188 FML, 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.

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What year was C188 FML registered?

C188 FML is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 24 April 1986.

Is C188 FML safe to buy?

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