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R721 BTU

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

21,372 mi
Last recorded21,372 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR721 BTU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 21,372 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 19,038 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 17,498 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 17,498 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 17 Nov 2014 15,211 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,211 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 11,727 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 11,727 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2012 9,229 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 9,229 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 7,575 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 7,489 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 4,822 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 4,657 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 4,478 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 4,180 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 3,523 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 2,192 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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R721 BTU is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R721 BTU, 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 R721 BTU registered?

R721 BTU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R721 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R721 BTU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R721 BTU have outstanding finance?

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