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P159 RYR

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,213 mi
Last recorded94,213 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 RYR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2023 94,213 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

SMALL CUT IN REAR TYRE

Pass 3 Sep 2022 90,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 87,089 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 83,915 miles

Brake fluid below minimum mark control 1 (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Coolant level low

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 79,463 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 77,716 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 72,013 miles

Exhaust clamp is corroded thru : exhaust secure at time of test

Pass 12 Aug 2016 6,788 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 62,197 miles

inner front brake pad worn very low

slight fluctuation rear brake -- suggesting rear disc warped

Pass 2 Jul 2014 53,700 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,387 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 36,003 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 25,240 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 16,678 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 7,203 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 5,470 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,396 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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P159 RYR is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 P159 RYR, 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.

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What year was P159 RYR registered?

P159 RYR is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P159 RYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 RYR shows 17 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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