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R648 JCU

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,017 mi
Last recorded19,017 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR648 JCU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 19,017 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 19,017 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 17,445 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 17,086 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 16,890 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 16,564 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 16,057 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 15,218 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 14,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 13,637 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 12,598 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 11,459 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,919 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,202 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 9,436 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 8,471 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 7,108 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 6,658 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 6,385 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 6,117 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 5,906 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2007 5,906 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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R648 JCU 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 R648 JCU, 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 R648 JCU registered?

R648 JCU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R648 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R648 JCU 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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