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R474 VNT

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,845 mi
Last recorded25,845 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR474 VNT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 25,845 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 25,117 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 25,030 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 24,942 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 23,432 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 21,548 miles

Left hand grip not fully secure

Pass 9 Oct 2015 20,276 miles

Left hand handlebar grip not fully secure

Pass 14 May 2014 20,197 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 20,197 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 19,309 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 12,481 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 12,277 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 11,564 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 10,180 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 10,162 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 May 2008 10,063 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 10,044 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 10,044 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 5 May 2006 9,792 miles

Front brake slightly holding on.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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 VNT is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VNT, 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 R474 VNT registered?

R474 VNT is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R474 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R474 VNT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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