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C455 EFC

1985 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,386 mi
Last recorded48,386 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC455 EFC
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 48,386 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 47,772 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 47,522 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 47,275 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 47,132 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 46,917 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 46,655 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 46,480 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 46,415 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 46,415 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 46,232 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 45,705 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 43,942 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 41,966 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,057 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 34,776 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 36,173 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 35,437 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 35,154 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 34,426 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 13 Aug 2005 33,982 miles

Front 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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C455 EFC is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C455 EFC, 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 C455 EFC registered?

C455 EFC is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 4 November 1985.

Is C455 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C455 EFC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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