MOT Status
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45,308 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Scratch covering still applied (0.1 (d))
Registration plate insecure Cable tied on (0.1 (a))
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
Rear Lighting wiring rubbing on rear tyre
Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp mounting deteriorated.
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
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R419 WRJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 R419 WRJ, 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 R419 WRJ registered?
R419 WRJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R419 WRJ safe to buy?
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