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R653 BBK

1997 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,924 mi
Last recorded13,924 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR653 BBK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 13,924 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 11,579 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 10,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Uneven wear on front tyre

Pass 30 Apr 2013 10,883 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Uneven wear on front tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2012 8,351 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 7,830 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 7,469 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 7,188 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 6,782 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 6,239 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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R653 BBK is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R653 BBK, 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 R653 BBK registered?

R653 BBK is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R653 BBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R653 BBK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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