MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,465 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
front brake slightly stiff in rotation but no bind on rbt
throttle slow to return
Chain has a tight link
Front Brake starting to be stiff in rotation but no bind shown on rbt
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Throttle slow to return
Chain has a tight link
Front Brake starting to be stiff in rotation but no bind shown on rbt
Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Very close to limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Throttle slow to return
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
chain has slightly tight links
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R816 GHG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 R816 GHG, 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 R816 GHG registered?
R816 GHG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R816 GHG safe to buy?
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