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C706 NGJ

1997 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,749 mi
Last recorded72,749 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC706 NGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2009 72,749 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 59,482 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2007 49,423 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 43,850 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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C706 NGJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C706 NGJ, 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 C706 NGJ registered?

C706 NGJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is C706 NGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C706 NGJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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