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F730 NTR

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,613 mi
Last recorded52,613 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF730 NTR
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 52,613 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2022 52,577 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2013 50,981 miles

Advise Handle bar grips are quite worn, advise to replace.

Advise l/hand handle bar seems to have very slight movement, bolt is tight, but advise further investigation.

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 47,871 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 Jul 2011 44,919 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 44,919 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 41,442 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 38,330 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 38,330 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 36,012 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 36,012 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 35,110 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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F730 NTR is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F730 NTR, 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.

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What year was F730 NTR registered?

F730 NTR is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 9 February 1989.

Is F730 NTR safe to buy?

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