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R471 KFE

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,414 mi
Last recorded50,414 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 KFE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2017 50,414 miles

Front slight brake bind

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear brake lever

Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,332 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 48,608 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 43,215 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 37,766 miles

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 Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2008 30,617 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 22,562 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 16,016 miles

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

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R471 KFE is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R471 KFE, 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 R471 KFE registered?

R471 KFE is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R471 KFE safe to buy?

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