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E432 TWO

1988 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,484 mi
Last recorded26,484 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE432 TWO
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2026 26,484 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 23,024 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 22,978 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 22,863 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 22,836 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 22,727 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 22,477 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 22,446 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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E432 TWO is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 E432 TWO, 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 E432 TWO?

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What year was E432 TWO registered?

E432 TWO is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 10 June 1988.

Is E432 TWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E432 TWO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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