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E105 CBW

1988 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,448 mi
Last recorded11,448 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE105 CBW
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 11,448 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 11,296 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 11,076 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 10,906 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 10,906 miles

Front Lower Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,781 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 10,699 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 10,453 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 9,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 9,458 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 9,155 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2008 9,143 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

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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E105 CBW is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 34,983 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 E105 CBW, 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 38 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 E105 CBW registered?

E105 CBW is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E105 CBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E105 CBW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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