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R330 GFG

1997 Honda Cb 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,176 mi
Last recorded39,176 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR330 GFG
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 39,176 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 38,916 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 38,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 38,514 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 38,064 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2017 38,064 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 37,227 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 37,223 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2012 36,539 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 3,478 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 30,042 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 30,042 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 27,642 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 25,586 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 25,586 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 24,129 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 24,129 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 21,894 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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R330 GFG is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R330 GFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R330 GFG registered?

R330 GFG is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R330 GFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R330 GFG shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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