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R421 HGC

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

84,430 mi
Last recorded84,430 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 84,430 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 81,714 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2021 81,714 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2020 77,958 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 72,015 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 64,177 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 45,164 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 22,053 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 12,094 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 10,375 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 10,375 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 8,404 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 8,404 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 6,031 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 6,031 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Fail 18 May 2010 5,966 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 12 May 2009 5,324 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 4,456 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 4,237 miles

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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R421 HGC is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 R421 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R421 HGC registered?

R421 HGC is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 December 1997.

Is R421 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 HGC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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