MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,410 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Clutch lever shortened, but can still be used.
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Clutch lever shortened, but can still be used.
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R53 KCU is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
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 R53 KCU, 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 R53 KCU registered?
R53 KCU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 September 1997.
Is R53 KCU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R53 KCU shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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