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C372 ABX

1985 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,813 mi
Last recorded29,813 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC372 ABX
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 29,813 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 29,785 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 29,758 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 29,730 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 29,703 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 29,703 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 29,675 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 29,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 29,613 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 29,569 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2016 29,568 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 28,137 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 28,137 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 27,887 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 27,076 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 26,259 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 25,687 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 25,018 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 24,263 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 23,540 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 22,882 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 22,863 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2006 22,163 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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C372 ABX is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 C372 ABX, 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 C372 ABX registered?

C372 ABX is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is C372 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C372 ABX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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