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F300 RTR

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,873 mi
Last recorded73,873 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF300 RTR
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 73,873 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 72,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 71,790 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 71,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 70,808 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 70,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

advise footbrake pedal travel

offside indicators slightly faster than nearside

Pass 29 Sep 2009 66,195 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

rear hub rubber buffers worn

Fail 25 Sep 2009 66,036 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

rear hub rubber buffers worn

Pass 11 Oct 2008 59,020 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Oct 2008 59,020 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Front Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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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F300 RTR is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 33,814 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 F300 RTR, 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 37 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 F300 RTR registered?

F300 RTR is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 February 1989.

Is F300 RTR safe to buy?

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