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C402 GGH

1985 Honda XBR500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,934 mi
Last recorded33,934 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC402 GGH
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 33,934 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 33,742 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 33,585 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 33,374 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 33,169 miles

Exhaust noisy Baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,115 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 32,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 32,601 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 32,598 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2006 32,592 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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C402 GGH is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C402 GGH, 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 C402 GGH registered?

C402 GGH is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 16 August 1985.

Is C402 GGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C402 GGH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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