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E292 HVL

1988 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

51,496 mi
Last recorded51,496 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE292 HVL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 51,496 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 51,249 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 50,809 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 50,398 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 49,697 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 48,727 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 47,222 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 46,229 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 45,802 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 44,533 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 43,403 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 42,870 miles

Front brake pads some wear

Pass 27 Aug 2010 41,541 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 39,303 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 39,303 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 36,542 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 36,542 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 34,574 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 34,442 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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E292 HVL is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E292 HVL, 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 E292 HVL?

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What year was E292 HVL registered?

E292 HVL is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E292 HVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E292 HVL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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