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R862 MAU

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,451 mi
Last recorded26,451 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR862 MAU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 21 May 2022 26,451 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 26,001 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 25,860 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 25,693 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 25,624 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 25,583 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 25,379 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 25,325 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 25,068 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,401 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 23,229 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 May 2009 22,180 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 20,157 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 19,498 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,427 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 16,701 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R862 MAU is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R862 MAU, 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 R862 MAU?

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What year was R862 MAU registered?

R862 MAU is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R862 MAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R862 MAU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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