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E738 AGK

1988 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,269 mi
Last recorded7,269 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE738 AGK
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 7,269 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Fail 27 Jun 2025 7,269 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 7,060 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 6,234 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Offside Rear Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 5,484 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 5,484 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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E738 AGK is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E738 AGK, 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 E738 AGK registered?

E738 AGK is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 24 May 1988.

Is E738 AGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E738 AGK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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