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F989 DDB

1988 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,644 mi
Last recorded55,644 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda XBR50034,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF989 DDB
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 55,644 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 55,633 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 55,192 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 54,418 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 53,253 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 53,248 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 53,085 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 53,043 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 52,858 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 52,769 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 52,520 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 52,258 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 51,727 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 50,871 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 49,015 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 47,645 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 45,079 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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F989 DDB is a 1988 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Honda XBR500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 34,983 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 F989 DDB, 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 38 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 F989 DDB registered?

F989 DDB is a 1988 Honda XBR500, first registered on 29 September 1988.

Is F989 DDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F989 DDB shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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