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R733 OEF

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR733 OEF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2011

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no lights fitted at time of test customer advised daytime use only

Pass 17 Aug 2011

no lights fitted at time of test customer advised daytime use only

Pass 27 Jun 2009

No lights fitted at time of test. (Daytime use only).

Pass 19 Jun 2008 25,407 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Chain guard missing

Pass 20 Jan 2007 22,403 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2007 22,359 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 17,695 miles

tyers very low on pressure???

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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R733 OEF is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R733 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

How do I check the history of R733 OEF?

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What year was R733 OEF registered?

R733 OEF is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R733 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R733 OEF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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