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R643 OJT

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,803 mi
Last recorded36,803 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR643 OJT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 36,803 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 36,744 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2017 34,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 27,877 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 17,104 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 17,080 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 8,045 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 97,633 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 94,798 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 89,287 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 89,287 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 83,020 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 83,020 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 76,648 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 70,619 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 64,002 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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R643 OJT is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R643 OJT, 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.

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What year was R643 OJT registered?

R643 OJT is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R643 OJT safe to buy?

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