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C272 AAE

1985 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,801 mi
Last recorded50,801 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC272 AAE
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 50,801 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 50,795 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 50,748 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 50,744 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Swing arm near bottom mount of shock absorber. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,714 miles

Nearside Front Rubber boot missing on compensator rod customer advised

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2019 50,710 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Rubber boot missing on compensator rod customer advised

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 50,706 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 50,702 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 50,699 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 50,687 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 50,663 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 50,593 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 50,521 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 50,505 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2009 50,438 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 50,426 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 50,426 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 50,331 miles

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

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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C272 AAE is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C272 AAE, 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 C272 AAE registered?

C272 AAE is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C272 AAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C272 AAE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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