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R737 OPR

1997 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

59,768 mi
Last recorded59,768 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR737 OPR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 59,768 miles

swing arm bushes/bearings have slight play

Pass 27 Aug 2024 58,250 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 56,959 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 56,016 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2021 54,618 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 53,300 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 53,300 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2019 52,385 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 52,385 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 52,169 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 52,159 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2016 49,665 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Feb 2016 49,665 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 47,148 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 45,506 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 44,843 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 44,228 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 42,219 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 39,449 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 37,252 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2008 33,111 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 29,047 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 25,347 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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R737 OPR is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R737 OPR, 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 R737 OPR?

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What year was R737 OPR registered?

R737 OPR is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R737 OPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R737 OPR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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