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R372 NCH

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,725 mi
Last recorded34,725 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
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

RegistrationR372 NCH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 34,725 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 34,702 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 34,674 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 33,958 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 33,893 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 33,893 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 31,377 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 31,377 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 27,895 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 25,416 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 19,279 miles

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

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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R372 NCH is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R372 NCH, 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

How do I check the history of R372 NCH?

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What year was R372 NCH registered?

R372 NCH is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R372 NCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R372 NCH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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