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R604 GRN

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,070 mi
Last recorded61,070 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR604 GRN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 61,070 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 57,746 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 53,774 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 52,383 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 52,201 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 52,081 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 51,646 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 51,646 miles

Centre Front Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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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R604 GRN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R604 GRN, 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 R604 GRN registered?

R604 GRN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R604 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R604 GRN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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