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F489 DHL

1989 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,512 mi
Last recorded27,512 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2009
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF489 DHL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2009 27,512 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 26,949 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 25,997 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 24,927 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2005 24,077 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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F489 DHL is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 F489 DHL, 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 F489 DHL registered?

F489 DHL is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 30 January 1989.

Is F489 DHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F489 DHL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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