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N471 YRM

1997 Honda Cb 500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

63,077 mi
Last recorded63,077 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN471 YRM
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 63,077 miles

swingarm corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2025 63,054 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect both rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

swingarm corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2024 61,816 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 59,307 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 57,199 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 55,066 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 51,873 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 51,325 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 44,276 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 7 Apr 2014 44,276 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 43,494 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 43,494 miles

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 34,400 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 26,488 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 25,348 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 24,479 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 22,236 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 19,221 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 17,310 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 15,342 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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N471 YRM is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N471 YRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N471 YRM registered?

N471 YRM is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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