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G138 YDG

1989 Honda XBR500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,675 mi
Last recorded40,675 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG138 YDG
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 40,675 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 40,673 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 39,356 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 39,356 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2008 38,470 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 38,357 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 38,064 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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G138 YDG is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 G138 YDG, 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 G138 YDG registered?

G138 YDG is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 21 September 1989.

Is G138 YDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G138 YDG shows 7 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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