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R434 HGC

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,944 mi
Last recorded44,944 miles
Recorded on15 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR434 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 May 2013 44,944 miles

Nearside Front 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 Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

battery loose under seat

front brake disc corroded

offside front riders foot rest has a welded repair

rear tyre has raised/uneven tread

chain has seized links /corrosion

Pass 16 May 2012 41,800 miles

Offside Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

the drive chain is dry

Pass 27 Apr 2011 37,888 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 33,692 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 31,019 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 15,810 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 15,523 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 15,523 miles

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

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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R434 HGC is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R434 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 R434 HGC registered?

R434 HGC is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 December 1997.

Is R434 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R434 HGC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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