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R32 CGX

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,539 mi
Last recorded99,539 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 CGX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 99,539 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 96,271 miles

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

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 91,212 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 86,361 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 81,137 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 72,740 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 65,928 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 59,635 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 53,279 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 45,235 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 42,740 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2005 42,740 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R32 CGX is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R32 CGX, 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 R32 CGX registered?

R32 CGX is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R32 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 CGX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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