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R565 YVM

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

49,313 mi
Last recorded49,313 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR565 YVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 49,313 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 47,781 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Slight play in head bearings

Fail 6 Jul 2018 47,781 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Slight play in head bearings

Pass 6 Jul 2017 45,396 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 May 2016 40,046 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2015 35,176 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 29,382 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 25,113 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 25,110 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 20,550 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 20,550 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 18,874 miles

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

poor pattern on dip beam

Pass 6 Mar 2010 18,472 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 17,917 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 16,610 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 11,060 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 10,762 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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R565 YVM is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green 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 R565 YVM, 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 R565 YVM registered?

R565 YVM is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is R565 YVM safe to buy?

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