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R474 JDM

1997 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,071 mi
Last recorded19,071 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR474 JDM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 19,071 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 18,377 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 17,931 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 17,826 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,341 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 16,621 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 15,904 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 15,120 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 15,120 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 13,773 miles

Will need new fork seals soon

Will need new front tyre soon

Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 11,282 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 10,119 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 8,881 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,464 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 6,051 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 4,705 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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R474 JDM is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R474 JDM, 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 R474 JDM registered?

R474 JDM is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R474 JDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R474 JDM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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