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R905 WOA

1997 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

35,480 mi
Last recorded35,480 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR905 WOA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 35,480 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 35,369 miles

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 35,367 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 35,318 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 34,779 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,573 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 34,281 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 34,281 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2013 33,513 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 32,907 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,968 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 31,014 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 31,014 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 29,017 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))

Pass 9 Feb 2008 24,263 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 19,432 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 17,111 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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R905 WOA is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R905 WOA, 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 R905 WOA registered?

R905 WOA is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R905 WOA safe to buy?

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