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C660 DDV

1985 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,447 mi
Last recorded34,447 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1985 Honda XBR50037,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC660 DDV
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 34,447 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 34,286 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 33,846 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 32,995 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 32,960 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear perishing to side walls

Rear perishing to side walls

Pass 10 Aug 2021 32,756 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 32,710 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 32,558 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 32,150 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 32,150 miles

Front Suspension attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 32,089 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 31,385 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 31,128 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,783 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 30,775 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 29,809 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 27,112 miles

forks bottom out un der hard braking,possible oil level

Pass 13 Sep 2010 22,687 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 20,550 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 20,539 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 20,524 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 11,974 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 20,424 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 20,147 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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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C660 DDV is a 1985 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C660 DDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C660 DDV registered?

C660 DDV is a 1985 Honda XBR500, first registered on 21 August 1985.

Is C660 DDV safe to buy?

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