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H617 NEL

1991 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,079 mi
Last recorded19,079 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH617 NEL
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 19,079 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 19,066 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2013 18,271 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 17,739 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 17,076 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 May 2010 16,403 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 May 2009 15,694 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 14,930 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 14,155 miles

front tyre slightly perished and on legal limit

Pass 5 Apr 2006 13,348 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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H617 NEL is a 1991 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H617 NEL, 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 35 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 H617 NEL registered?

H617 NEL is a 1991 Honda XBR500, first registered on 4 October 1991.

Is H617 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H617 NEL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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