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G129 BEJ

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,596 mi
Last recorded32,596 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG129 BEJ
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 32,596 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 32,592 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied can not be pressed enough for brake to lock, fouls on exhaust (1.1.2 (d))

Fuel cap ineffective doesn't make a seal to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel hub excessively worn cush drive (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Forks deformed but serviceable Both forks flex/twist when braking (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fuel tank slightly loose rear mounting bolt loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 27,265 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 17,462 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 15,621 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2011 13,779 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 13,091 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 11,280 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 11,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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G129 BEJ is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G129 BEJ, 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 G129 BEJ registered?

G129 BEJ is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 11 December 1989.

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