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E654 YKL

1988 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,203 mi
Last recorded69,203 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE654 YKL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 69,203 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 68,740 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 68,481 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 67,838 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 67,628 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 67,357 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 67,027 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 66,493 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 65,947 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 65,028 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2016 64,294 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 62,536 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 57,473 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 52,029 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 49,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 48,529 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 48,523 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 48,523 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2006 48,453 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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E654 YKL is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 E654 YKL, 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

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What year was E654 YKL registered?

E654 YKL is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 13 May 1988.

Is E654 YKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E654 YKL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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