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R34 SKW

1997 Honda Cb 500

Green Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

41,429 mi
Last recorded41,429 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR34 SKW
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 41,429 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 40,306 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 39,449 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 38,817 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 38,147 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 37,392 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 36,730 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 36,730 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 34,545 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 31,632 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 29,712 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2014 27,247 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 27,247 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 25,253 miles

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

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 23,562 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 23,562 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 21,918 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 19,129 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 16,182 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2008 13,157 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 9,343 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 9,077 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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R34 SKW is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R34 SKW, 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 R34 SKW registered?

R34 SKW is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R34 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R34 SKW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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