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J296 OFX

1992 Honda XBR500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,518 mi
Last recorded16,518 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ296 OFX
MakeHonda
ModelXBR500
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 16,518 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 16,517 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 16,402 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 15,890 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 15,890 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2021 23,772 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 22,599 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 20,986 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 20,446 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 20,190 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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J296 OFX is a 1992 Honda XBR500 in Black with a 500cc 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 J296 OFX, 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 34 years old, this Honda XBR500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J296 OFX registered?

J296 OFX is a 1992 Honda XBR500, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J296 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J296 OFX 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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