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R56 URK

1997 Honda Cb 500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,170 mi
Last recorded50,170 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda Cb 50030,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 URK
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2009 50,170 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 48,936 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 48,936 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2007

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Feb 2006 46,897 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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R56 URK is a 1997 Honda Cb 500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 30,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R56 URK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R56 URK registered?

R56 URK is a 1997 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is R56 URK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 URK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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