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F750 OFW

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

33,146 mi
Last recorded33,146 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF750 OFW
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 33,146 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 33,048 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 33,048 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2017 32,821 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 32,276 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 31,418 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 31,264 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 30,694 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

weak centre stand spring.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 30,694 miles

weak centre stand spring.

Pass 28 Jul 2009 30,257 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 29,395 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 27,817 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 27,817 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 25,038 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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F750 OFW is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F750 OFW, 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 F750 OFW registered?

F750 OFW is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 5 June 1989.

Is F750 OFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F750 OFW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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