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C222 EWN

1985 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,884 mi
Last recorded50,884 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC222 EWN
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 50,884 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 50,884 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 49,983 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 49,946 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 49,874 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 49,682 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 49,365 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 49,029 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 49,029 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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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C222 EWN is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C222 EWN, 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 C222 EWN registered?

C222 EWN is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C222 EWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C222 EWN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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