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F50 PYR

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,531 mi
Last recorded46,531 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF50 PYR
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 46,531 miles

Front Tyre showing signs of age.

Pass 7 Apr 2025 46,178 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 45,453 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 45,300 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 45,290 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 44,931 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 44,919 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 44,800 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 44,392 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 44,081 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 43,255 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 42,694 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 42,068 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,068 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 40,454 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 40,454 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 40,328 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 40,117 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2008 40,117 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 39,752 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 37,597 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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F50 PYR is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 F50 PYR, 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 F50 PYR registered?

F50 PYR is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is F50 PYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F50 PYR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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