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R969 FYS

1997 Honda CB500

Beige Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR969 FYS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Mar 2016 17,636 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 17,102 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 17,102 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,531 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front brake switch not working properly (due to lever)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 15,880 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 15,034 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 12,017 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 9,734 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 9,725 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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R969 FYS is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Beige with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R969 FYS, 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.

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What year was R969 FYS registered?

R969 FYS is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R969 FYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R969 FYS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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