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R770 NPR

1997 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,201 mi
Last recorded34,201 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR770 NPR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2021 34,201 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 34,125 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 34,016 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 34,011 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 33,946 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 33,905 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 33,905 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 33,782 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 33,291 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 32,777 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 31,850 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 28,221 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 25,417 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2007 25,417 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 20,986 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 20,507 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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R770 NPR is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R770 NPR, 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 R770 NPR registered?

R770 NPR is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R770 NPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R770 NPR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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