CarVerify

Free Car Check

R263 XEW

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,683 mi
Last recorded22,683 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 XEW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 22,683 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 May 2013 22,465 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 20,855 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 19,618 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 19,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 May 2010 18,604 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 18,604 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 May 2009 18,005 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 17,966 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 May 2009 17,966 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2008 16,345 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 16,071 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 16,071 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2006 14,974 miles

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

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R263 XEW is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R263 XEW, 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

How do I check the history of R263 XEW?

You can check the full history of R263 XEW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R263 XEW registered?

R263 XEW is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R263 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 XEW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R263 XEW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R263 XEW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.