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E345 AVO

1987 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

61,559 mi
Last recorded61,559 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda XBR50034,386 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE345 AVO
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 61,559 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 60,020 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 57,365 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 54,990 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 53,545 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 52,292 miles

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 51,573 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 51,573 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2016 50,778 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 49,485 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 48,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 47,362 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 45,374 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 43,113 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 43,093 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 43,066 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 43,038 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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E345 AVO is a 1987 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 E345 AVO, 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 E345 AVO registered?

E345 AVO is a 1987 Honda XBR500, first registered on 13 October 1987.

Is E345 AVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E345 AVO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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