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C550 XDF

1986 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,924 mi
Last recorded41,924 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC550 XDF
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 41,924 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 41,908 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned solo motorcycles - 240mm at the front and 180mm at the rear (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls foot control (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake cable slightly loose (1.1.15 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 41,850 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 41,834 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Sep 2007 41,834 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2006 39,396 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 39,347 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Front Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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C550 XDF is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C550 XDF, 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.

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What year was C550 XDF registered?

C550 XDF is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 15 April 1986.

Is C550 XDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C550 XDF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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