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R662 AFU

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,109 mi
Last recorded25,109 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR662 AFU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 25,109 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 24,515 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 24,515 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 23,377 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 23,129 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 23,129 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 22,084 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 20,755 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 18,292 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 16,937 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 15,079 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,823 miles

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

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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R662 AFU is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R662 AFU, 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 R662 AFU registered?

R662 AFU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R662 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R662 AFU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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