MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
57,433 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?
Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.
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R487 BVV is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R487 BVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R487 BVV registered?
R487 BVV is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 5 September 1997.
Is R487 BVV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R487 BVV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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