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F875 SRT

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,860 mi
Last recorded51,860 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2022
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF875 SRT
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2022 51,860 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 51,777 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 51,474 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 51,468 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 51,452 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

engine idle to high

Nearside handle bar grip loose

Pass 25 May 2017 51,391 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 51,380 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 50,925 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 49,955 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 49,127 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 47,895 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 46,587 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 45,201 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,708 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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F875 SRT 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 85.7%.

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 F875 SRT, 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 F875 SRT registered?

F875 SRT is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F875 SRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F875 SRT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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