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R732 OEF

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,783 mi
Last recorded18,783 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR732 OEF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 18,783 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 18,680 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 18,680 miles

Offside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 18,220 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 17,284 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 17,046 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,571 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 15,556 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 14,362 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 12,556 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 9,644 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 9,570 miles

Fork gaiters fitted not allowing full inspection of seals

Pass 24 Jun 2008 9,361 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 9,208 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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R732 OEF is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R732 OEF, 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 R732 OEF registered?

R732 OEF is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R732 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R732 OEF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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