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F82 KWL

1989 Honda XBR500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,100 mi
Last recorded37,100 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF82 KWL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 37,100 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 32,430 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 32,430 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 29,071 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 27,685 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 25,900 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

slight oil leak from nearside fork seal

slight play in rear cush drive

Pass 13 Jun 2014 25,900 miles

slight oil leak from nearside fork seal

slight play in rear cush drive

Pass 23 Aug 2010 25,062 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 25,062 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2009 23,670 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 22,347 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 21,519 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 20,010 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 18,872 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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F82 KWL is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Silver 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 F82 KWL, 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 F82 KWL registered?

F82 KWL is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F82 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F82 KWL 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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