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R36 ULT

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,687 mi
Last recorded37,687 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 ULT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 37,687 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 37,131 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 36,468 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 35,464 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 33,806 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 29,574 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 24,358 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 24,347 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 23,938 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)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 23,163 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 22,988 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 22,988 miles

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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R36 ULT is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black 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 R36 ULT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R36 ULT registered?

R36 ULT is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R36 ULT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 ULT 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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