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R767 TKN

1997 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

28,084 mi
Last recorded28,084 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR767 TKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 28,084 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 27,630 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 27,400 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 27,088 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre centre (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 27,088 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre centre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 26,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 26,502 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 26,167 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 25,902 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 25,671 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 25,456 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 25,233 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 24,815 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 24,815 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 24,708 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 24,272 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,842 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,627 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 23,103 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 22,099 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 20,437 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 18,509 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 16,725 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 16,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2005 15,240 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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R767 TKN is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 R767 TKN, 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 R767 TKN registered?

R767 TKN is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R767 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R767 TKN shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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