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E656 VAH

1988 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

14,453 mi
Last recorded14,453 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE656 VAH
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 14,453 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 14,354 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 14,327 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 14,173 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 13,966 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2013 13,717 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 13,467 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 13,278 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,100 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 12,901 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,671 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 12,418 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 12,316 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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E656 VAH is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 E656 VAH, 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 E656 VAH registered?

E656 VAH is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 18 June 1988.

Is E656 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E656 VAH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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