MOT Status
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10,958 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R688 ESX is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 R688 ESX, 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 R688 ESX registered?
R688 ESX is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R688 ESX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R688 ESX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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