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C579 HVS

1986 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

61,545 mi
Last recorded61,545 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC579 HVS
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 61,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 61,201 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 61,067 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 61,067 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 60,700 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 59,961 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 59,495 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 59,017 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 57,992 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 57,065 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 56,372 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 56,003 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 53,964 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 53,721 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 53,705 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 53,640 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 53,513 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 53,463 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 53,103 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 52,595 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 51,819 miles

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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C579 HVS is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C579 HVS, 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

How do I check the history of C579 HVS?

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What year was C579 HVS registered?

C579 HVS is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C579 HVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C579 HVS 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.

Does C579 HVS have outstanding finance?

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