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R892 NRG

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,876 mi
Last recorded17,876 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR892 NRG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 17,876 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 17,872 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. short test ride carried out (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 17,872 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. short test ride carried out (2.5.1)

Pass 10 May 2016 17,118 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 17,115 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2015 15,857 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 14,526 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 13,249 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 12,758 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 11,538 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 11,124 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 10,561 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 9,495 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 8,025 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 7,129 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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R892 NRG is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R892 NRG, 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 R892 NRG registered?

R892 NRG is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R892 NRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R892 NRG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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