MOT Status
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52,051 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii))
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
rear wheel slightly out of alingment
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R973 GBR is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
Across all 2000 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 26,946 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R973 GBR, 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 26 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R973 GBR registered?
R973 GBR is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 2000.
Is R973 GBR safe to buy?
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