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R524 HGJ

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,186 mi
Last recorded25,186 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 HGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 25,186 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 23,426 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 23,426 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 21,985 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 21,726 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 20,454 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 18,693 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,680 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 18,537 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 16,583 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 16,319 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R524 HGJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R524 HGJ, 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

How do I check the history of R524 HGJ?

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What year was R524 HGJ registered?

R524 HGJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R524 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 HGJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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