MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,488 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Pillion Seat not fitted
Side Mounted Pannier Loose
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Pillion Seat not fitted
Side Mounted Pannier Loose
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Hole in bottom of silencer (7.1.1b)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Chain clip fitted backwards (6.2.1h)
Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation Tubeless valve perrished & split (4.1.2c)
Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure Lower slide mounting rubber bush missing - caliper rubbing on edge of disc (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
R/H pannier slightly loose on mounting bolts - but secure
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
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 Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
noise from rear brake when turning wheel
rad insecure
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R470 TKY is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 R470 TKY, 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 R470 TKY registered?
R470 TKY is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R470 TKY safe to buy?
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