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R856 YVU

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,473 mi
Last recorded10,473 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 YVU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 10,473 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 10,472 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

exhaust has slight leak

front discs pitted slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2018 10,259 miles

both tyres perished and aged

suspension components corroded (not considered exessive)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 10,249 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies control 1 (1.3.1a)

both tyres perished and aged

suspension components corroded (not considered exessive)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,244 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,824 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 9,696 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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R856 YVU is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R856 YVU, 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 R856 YVU registered?

R856 YVU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R856 YVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R856 YVU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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