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ALZ 2517

1997 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,937 mi
Last recorded28,937 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 2517
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 28,937 miles

Reg plate slightly small

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 28,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

No chainguard fitted at time of test

Registration plate slightly small

Fail 13 Sep 2024 28,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

No chainguard fitted at time of test

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate slightly small

Fail 22 Aug 2024 28,585 miles

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear brake switch inop (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Front Right switch control loose

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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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ALZ 2517 is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 30,026 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 ALZ 2517, 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 29 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 ALZ 2517?

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What year was ALZ 2517 registered?

ALZ 2517 is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 January 1997.

Is ALZ 2517 safe to buy?

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