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R619 UBW

1997 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,198 mi
Last recorded67,198 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR619 UBW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 67,198 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 65,851 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 64,778 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 63,803 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 63,762 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 Jul 2013 63,737 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 57,962 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 44,420 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 31,331 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 20,811 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 10,545 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 97,787 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 83,597 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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R619 UBW is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R619 UBW, 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 R619 UBW registered?

R619 UBW is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R619 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R619 UBW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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