MOT Status
ValidMileage
39,937 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R743 OEF is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.
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 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 R743 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.
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What year was R743 OEF registered?
R743 OEF is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 August 1997.
Is R743 OEF safe to buy?
The MOT history for R743 OEF shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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