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R308 SOY

1997 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,937 mi
Last recorded67,937 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 SOY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2011 67,937 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 67,937 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 53,424 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 47,847 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 47,847 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 45,290 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 38,690 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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R308 SOY is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R308 SOY, 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 R308 SOY?

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What year was R308 SOY registered?

R308 SOY is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R308 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 SOY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R308 SOY have outstanding finance?

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