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R828 YHJ

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,162 mi
Last recorded33,162 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 YHJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 33,162 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 30,026 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 30,026 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 24,601 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 22,943 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 20,083 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 17,212 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 13,695 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 10,012 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 6,640 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 6,618 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 6,600 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 6,586 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 6,490 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 6,381 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 6,381 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 6,206 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 6,051 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 1 Feb 2007 6,051 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 6,032 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 6,032 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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R828 YHJ is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 30,026 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R828 YHJ, 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 R828 YHJ registered?

R828 YHJ is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R828 YHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R828 YHJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R828 YHJ have outstanding finance?

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