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R403 HGC

1997 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025

no lighting fitted at time of test (daytime use only)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 94,429 miles

offside footrest damaged

Fail 16 Jun 2012 94,415 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

offside footrest damaged

Pass 13 Jun 2011 87,053 miles

Front tyre valve stem slightly diteriated

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jun 2011 87,053 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front tyre valve stem slightly diteriated

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 79,274 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 71,607 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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R403 HGC is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R403 HGC, 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 R403 HGC registered?

R403 HGC is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R403 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R403 HGC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R403 HGC have outstanding finance?

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