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ABM 607S

1978 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,969 mi
Last recorded1,969 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Honda CB50020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 607S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 1,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Wheel spoke slightly bent. front wheel rim rusty (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 1,360 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 1,360 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 7,433 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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ABM 607S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABM 607S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 48 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABM 607S?

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What year was ABM 607S registered?

ABM 607S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 June 1978.

Is ABM 607S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABM 607S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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