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E86 REL

1988 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

53,752 mi
Last recorded53,752 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE86 REL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 53,752 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 53,577 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 53,557 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 52,425 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 51,167 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 51,135 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock when turned full lock right (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 50,503 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 48,618 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 47,591 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2013 45,902 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 45,902 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 45,902 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 45,902 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 May 2012 44,685 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,516 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 41,107 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 41,107 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 38,880 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 38,749 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 38,365 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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E86 REL is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 E86 REL, 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 E86 REL registered?

E86 REL is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E86 REL safe to buy?

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