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C530 EMP

1986 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,221 mi
Last recorded35,221 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC530 EMP
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 35,221 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 33,944 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 33,526 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 33,500 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 33,034 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 31,126 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 30,453 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 29,842 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 30 May 2017 29,842 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,464 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 29,406 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 29,193 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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C530 EMP is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 C530 EMP, 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 C530 EMP registered?

C530 EMP is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 6 May 1986.

Is C530 EMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C530 EMP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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