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E286 CAM

1988 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,806 mi
Last recorded16,806 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE286 CAM
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 16,806 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 15,956 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 15,080 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 22,500 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 22,299 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 22,299 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey front header pipes (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 May 2007 21,948 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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E286 CAM is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E286 CAM, 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

How do I check the history of E286 CAM?

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What year was E286 CAM registered?

E286 CAM is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E286 CAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E286 CAM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E286 CAM have outstanding finance?

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