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R727 EUM

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,119 mi
Last recorded52,119 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 EUM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 52,119 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 52,119 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 47,810 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Sep 2015 47,810 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 46,545 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 41,525 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 41,525 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 40,098 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 38,925 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 37,211 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 35,807 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 35,807 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,414 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 32,719 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 30,858 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R727 EUM is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 R727 EUM, 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 R727 EUM registered?

R727 EUM is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R727 EUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R727 EUM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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