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E543 VYG

1988 Honda XBR500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,572 mi
Last recorded8,572 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE543 VYG
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 8,572 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 8,451 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 8,418 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 8,379 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 8,179 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 8,179 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 8,115 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 7,586 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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E543 VYG is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Red 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 E543 VYG, 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 E543 VYG?

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What year was E543 VYG registered?

E543 VYG is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 9 June 1988.

Is E543 VYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E543 VYG 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.

Does E543 VYG have outstanding finance?

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