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R337 TFC

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,193 mi
Last recorded74,193 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR337 TFC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 74,193 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 73,112 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 71,234 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 62,827 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 58,072 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 52,062 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 45,911 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front forks slightly pitted

Fail 29 Jun 2011 36,873 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 36,873 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 28,112 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 23,765 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 22,064 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 20,388 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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R337 TFC is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R337 TFC, 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 R337 TFC registered?

R337 TFC is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R337 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R337 TFC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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