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R465 FKN

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,296 mi
Last recorded46,296 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR465 FKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 46,296 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 46,264 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 45,748 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 44,864 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 42,883 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 42,883 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 40,968 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 40,968 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 37,299 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Jan 2008 37,299 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 33,222 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 28,173 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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R465 FKN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R465 FKN, 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 R465 FKN registered?

R465 FKN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R465 FKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R465 FKN shows 12 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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