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K155 GLN

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,982 mi
Last recorded30,982 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 GLN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 30,982 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 30,956 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 30,602 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 24,657 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 25 Mar 2013 24,624 miles

Front Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2012 18,688 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 17,284 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 16,534 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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K155 GLN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 K155 GLN, 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 K155 GLN registered?

K155 GLN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is K155 GLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K155 GLN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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