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R838 GHG

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,695 mi
Last recorded26,695 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 GHG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 26,695 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 24,287 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 21,717 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 21,717 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps bulb missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 21,547 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 21,305 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 20,914 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 20,595 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 20,306 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 19,999 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 19,999 miles

Central Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 19,977 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 19,359 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 19,359 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,490 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 17,414 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 17,414 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 16,921 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 16,902 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 16,558 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 15,887 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 15,105 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 14,634 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 14,055 miles

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

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

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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R838 GHG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 R838 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R838 GHG?

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What year was R838 GHG registered?

R838 GHG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R838 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 GHG shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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