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ODE 679R

1977 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,209 mi
Last recorded62,209 miles
Recorded on18 May 2011
Typical for 1977 Honda CB50016,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODE 679R
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 May 2011 62,209 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 61,516 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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ODE 679R is a 1977 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 16,125 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 ODE 679R, 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 49 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 ODE 679R?

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What year was ODE 679R registered?

ODE 679R is a 1977 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 May 1977.

Is ODE 679R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODE 679R shows 2 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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