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C605 VRK

1986 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

10,040 mi
Last recorded10,040 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1986 Honda XBR50037,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC605 VRK
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 10,040 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 12,846 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 12,846 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 12,752 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 12,628 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 12,231 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 11,760 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 11,760 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 11,661 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 10,861 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 10,861 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 10,083 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 9,190 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 9,190 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 8,919 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 6,719 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 6,709 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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C605 VRK is a 1986 Honda XBR500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 C605 VRK, 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 C605 VRK registered?

C605 VRK is a 1986 Honda XBR500, first registered on 28 June 1986.

Is C605 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C605 VRK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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