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1989 Honda XBR500S-J 0.5L Petrol · F161 KTT

F161 KTT

1989 Honda XBR500S-J (0.5L, petrol). First registered 21/03/1989. Recorded mileage 29,632 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
HONDA XBR500S-J
Year / Origin
1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16/07/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
29,632 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 16/07/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1989
Engine
498cc

F161 KTT Key Findings

  • 20 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2025
  • 29,632 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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F161 KTT Mileage History

  1. 15/03/200626,047 mi
  2. 15/03/200626,047 mi
  3. 26/03/200726,224 mi+177 mi
  4. 14/05/200826,504 mi+280 mi
  5. 05/05/200926,969 mi+465 mi
  6. 15/09/201027,202 mi+233 mi
  7. 18/11/201127,457 mi+255 mi
  8. 15/11/201227,570 mi+113 mi
  9. 12/11/201327,987 mi+417 mi
  10. 12/11/201327,987 mi
  11. 21/05/201525,384 mi-2,603 mi
  12. 27/06/201628,420 mi+3,036 mi
  13. 12/07/201728,642 mi+222 mi
  14. 07/11/201928,934 mi+292 mi
  15. 24/11/202029,091 mi+157 mi
  16. 09/11/202129,304 mi+213 mi
  17. 17/03/202229,319 mi+15 mi
  18. 20/04/202329,371 mi+52 mi
  19. 31/05/202429,557 mi+186 mi
  20. 18/07/202529,632 mi+75 mi

Average of roughly 185 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

F161 KTT MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 20:54
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

20 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Honda Xbr500S-J (F161 KTT) between March 2006 and July 2025.

The record contains 18 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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