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R544 UOA

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,281 mi
Last recorded31,281 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR544 UOA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 31,281 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 30,989 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 30,823 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 30,415 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 29,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 29,371 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 28,768 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 27,941 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 26,693 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 25,307 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2015 24,560 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 23,834 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 22,985 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,588 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 21,830 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 20,752 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 19,737 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre cracked.

Pass 15 Sep 2008 18,590 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 18,071 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,738 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
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R544 UOA is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R544 UOA, 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

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What year was R544 UOA registered?

R544 UOA is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 October 1997.

Is R544 UOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 UOA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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