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F986 BKC

1989 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,886 mi
Last recorded40,886 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF986 BKC
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 40,886 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 36,870 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 33,441 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 32,850 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 32,823 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 32,803 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 32,713 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 32,713 miles

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2012 32,498 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 32,353 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 32,333 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 32,959 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 32,220 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 32,061 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 31,866 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 31,803 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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F986 BKC is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F986 BKC, 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 F986 BKC registered?

F986 BKC is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 24 May 1989.

Is F986 BKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F986 BKC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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