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R402 MDY

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,717 mi
Last recorded49,717 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR402 MDY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 49,717 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 45,968 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 44,233 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 43,812 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 43,800 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 39,477 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,953 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 23,822 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 23,560 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 23,560 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 22,802 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 20,195 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 17,468 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 16,448 miles

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

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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R402 MDY is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R402 MDY, 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 R402 MDY registered?

R402 MDY is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 December 1997.

Is R402 MDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R402 MDY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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