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C359 ENW

1986 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

19,842 mi
Last recorded19,842 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC359 ENW
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 19,842 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 19,541 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 19,260 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 19,031 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 May 2020 18,703 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 17,951 miles

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 17,475 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 17,093 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 16,586 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 15,983 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 15,877 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 14,481 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 14,481 miles

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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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C359 ENW is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C359 ENW, 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 C359 ENW registered?

C359 ENW is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 18 June 1986.

Is C359 ENW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C359 ENW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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