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R561 YJV

1997 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,385 mi
Last recorded33,385 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR561 YJV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 33,385 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 33,385 miles

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 32,175 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 19,981 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 18,277 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 18,260 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 18,205 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 18,186 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 17 May 2014 18,169 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 18,151 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 18,068 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 17,884 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 17,546 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 17,546 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 17,513 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 17,336 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 17,059 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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R561 YJV is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R561 YJV, 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 R561 YJV registered?

R561 YJV is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R561 YJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R561 YJV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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