MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,683 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
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))
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))
Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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How do I check the history of R263 XEW?
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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?
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