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R586 TAU

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

17,707 mi
Last recorded17,707 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR586 TAU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 17,707 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 17,444 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 17,176 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 16,710 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 16,067 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 15,155 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 14,626 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 14,007 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 13,358 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 12,620 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 11,823 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 11,196 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 10,549 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 10,028 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 9,100 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2011 9,100 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 8,205 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,553 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 7,223 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 6,142 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 5,420 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R586 TAU is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R586 TAU, 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 R586 TAU registered?

R586 TAU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R586 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R586 TAU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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