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G438 CAJ

1989 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

36,625 mi
Last recorded36,625 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda XBR50033,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG438 CAJ
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 36,625 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 36,618 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 36,571 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 36,463 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 36,001 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 35,739 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 35,351 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 34,443 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,238 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 32,320 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 32,297 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 31,439 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 31,434 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 30,085 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 29,541 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 28,715 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 28,715 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 28,329 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 27,858 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 27,511 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 27,511 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 26,777 miles

Centre Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 26,573 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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G438 CAJ is a 1989 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 G438 CAJ, 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 G438 CAJ registered?

G438 CAJ is a 1989 Honda XBR500, first registered on 3 October 1989.

Is G438 CAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G438 CAJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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