MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,179 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside 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.
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C551 CUU is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 C551 CUU, 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.
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What year was C551 CUU registered?
C551 CUU is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 7 October 1985.
Is C551 CUU safe to buy?
The MOT history for C551 CUU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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