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R849 UBM

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

43,642 mi
Last recorded43,642 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 UBM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 43,642 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 40,572 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 38,980 miles

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

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 36,043 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 33,582 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 31,141 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 31,141 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 29,050 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 28,919 miles

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

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 28,675 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 28,196 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 27,654 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 26,484 miles

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

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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R849 UBM is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R849 UBM, 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 R849 UBM registered?

R849 UBM is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 August 1997.

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