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F520 JGC

1989 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,044 mi
Last recorded34,044 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF520 JGC
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 34,044 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 34,036 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 33,916 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 33,916 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam Dip switch not operating correctly (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jan 2024 33,840 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 33,838 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Centre Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Centre Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Centre Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Centre Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Outer Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Outer Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Centre Front Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Gradient brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.D1a) DANGEROUS

Gradient brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.D1b) DANGEROUS

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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F520 JGC is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F520 JGC, 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 F520 JGC registered?

F520 JGC is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 2 June 1989.

Is F520 JGC safe to buy?

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