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R787 HUA

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR787 HUA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 1 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 62,338 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 59,649 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 59,649 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 55,636 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 53,644 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,877 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 49,835 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 40,678 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 27,859 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 18,012 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,192 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 16,192 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 15,310 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 13,756 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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R787 HUA is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R787 HUA, 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 R787 HUA registered?

R787 HUA is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R787 HUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R787 HUA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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