MOT Status
ValidMileage
17,512 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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revs rise slightly when handlebar on right hand lock.
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Honda XBR500?
Based on 9,774 MOT tests across 1,066 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E531 AET is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 E531 AET, 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.
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What year was E531 AET registered?
E531 AET is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 18 July 1988.
Is E531 AET safe to buy?
The MOT history for E531 AET shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does E531 AET have outstanding finance?
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