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R62 KOJ

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,261 mi
Last recorded14,261 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 KOJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 14,261 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 14,088 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 13,886 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 13,885 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake component inadequately mounted Reaction bracket not in slot. (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Not adjusted correctly. (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 13,814 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 13,511 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 12,807 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 12,540 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 12,194 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread left on tyre. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 11,752 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside/offside. (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 11,354 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 11,000 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 10,821 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 10,237 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 9,746 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 9,284 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 8,968 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 8,374 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 7,790 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 7,790 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,228 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 6,847 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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R62 KOJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R62 KOJ, 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 R62 KOJ registered?

R62 KOJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R62 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 KOJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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