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R690 WWC

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,069 mi
Last recorded2,069 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR690 WWC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 2,069 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 2,069 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 10,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 97,801 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear near limit tyre

front pads getting low

Pass 19 Jun 2015 95,297 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 93,067 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 89,615 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 89,615 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 84,556 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

clutch lever pivot worn

side stand worn

Fail 14 Sep 2007 84,465 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

clutch lever pivot worn

clutch mount plate upside down

side stand worn

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2006 81,300 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 81,300 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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R690 WWC is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R690 WWC, 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 R690 WWC registered?

R690 WWC is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is R690 WWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R690 WWC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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