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F938 YCS

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,933 mi
Last recorded51,933 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF938 YCS
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 51,933 miles

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2007 51,684 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 51,684 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 51,270 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 51,270 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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F938 YCS is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F938 YCS, 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 F938 YCS registered?

F938 YCS is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F938 YCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F938 YCS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F938 YCS have outstanding finance?

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