MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,037 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
recommend lubricate chain
Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R478 SJH is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 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 R478 SJH, 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 R478 SJH registered?
R478 SJH is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 November 1997.
Is R478 SJH safe to buy?
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