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R556 MPY

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,869 mi
Last recorded23,869 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 MPY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2010 23,869 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 23,869 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,105 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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R556 MPY is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black 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 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 R556 MPY, 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 R556 MPY?

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What year was R556 MPY registered?

R556 MPY is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R556 MPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 MPY 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.

Does R556 MPY have outstanding finance?

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