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R405 HGC

1997 Honda Cb 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,088 mi
Last recorded27,088 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR405 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2009 27,088 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 38,391 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 38,391 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 21,009 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 13,339 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 12,985 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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R405 HGC is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R405 HGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R405 HGC registered?

R405 HGC is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R405 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R405 HGC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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