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R353 AVC

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,934 mi
Last recorded9,934 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 AVC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 9,934 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 9,852 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 9,800 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 9,738 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 9,710 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 9,710 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 9,494 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 9,256 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 9,004 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 9,004 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2009 8,828 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 8,653 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 8,653 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 8,225 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 8,225 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 May 2006 7,883 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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R353 AVC is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R353 AVC, 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 R353 AVC registered?

R353 AVC is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R353 AVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 AVC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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