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R769 RWR

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,656 mi
Last recorded62,656 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR769 RWR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 62,656 miles

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

front disc worn

Pass 9 Sep 2013 58,317 miles

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

front disc worn

Pass 10 Sep 2012 53,633 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 53,633 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 45,034 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 39,015 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,015 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 34,946 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 33,944 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

l/h rear indicator slightly loose

Fail 12 Mar 2008 33,944 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

l/h rear indicator slightly loose

Pass 6 Mar 2007 30,918 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 25,728 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

slight bind front brake

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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R769 RWR is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R769 RWR, 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 R769 RWR registered?

R769 RWR is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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