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R738 CDW

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,354 mi
Last recorded22,354 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR738 CDW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2011 22,354 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 96,565 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 33,367 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R738 CDW is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R738 CDW, 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 R738 CDW registered?

R738 CDW is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R738 CDW safe to buy?

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