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R899 EFA

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,216 mi
Last recorded43,216 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR899 EFA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2009 43,216 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 4,630 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 92,832 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 88,258 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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R899 EFA is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R899 EFA, 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 R899 EFA registered?

R899 EFA is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R899 EFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R899 EFA shows 4 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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