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D129 CLT

1987 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,390 mi
Last recorded36,390 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2010
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD129 CLT
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2010 36,390 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 36,113 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2008 36,098 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Ignition switch faulty

Pass 17 Mar 2007 34,199 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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D129 CLT is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 34,386 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 D129 CLT, 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 39 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 D129 CLT registered?

D129 CLT is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 14 April 1987.

Is D129 CLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D129 CLT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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