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C112 PRN

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

32,050 mi
Last recorded32,050 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC112 PRN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2015 32,050 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 32,043 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 30,153 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

off side foot rest bent

Fail 27 Feb 2014 30,153 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

off side foot rest bent

Pass 28 Feb 2013 26,491 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

right side foot peg bent

Fail 26 Feb 2013 26,491 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

right side foot peg bent

Pass 1 Mar 2012 22,732 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

front foot rest r/h bent

Pass 12 Feb 2011 19,429 miles

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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C112 PRN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 C112 PRN, 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

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What year was C112 PRN registered?

C112 PRN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is C112 PRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C112 PRN shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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