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R276 CVW

1997 Honda CB500

Maroon Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,730 mi
Last recorded86,730 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 CVW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2011 86,730 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Nearside Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2011 86,730 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Nearside Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 86,730 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 86,730 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 86,730 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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R276 CVW is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Maroon with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R276 CVW, 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 R276 CVW registered?

R276 CVW is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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