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R992 DRP

1997 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR992 DRP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2016

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged front nearside engine mount (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear bodywork loose

chain guard missing

no lights fitted. not to be used at night or periods of low visability

rear brakes alloy fittings present

Fail 22 Feb 2016

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain adjuster missing (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. to the right (2.5.1)

Rear alloy fittings.

Rear bodywork loose

chain guard missing

no lights fitted. not to be used at night or periods of low visability

footrests too small.

Pass 20 Jul 2009 61,285 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 54,066 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 47,928 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 43,860 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R992 DRP is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R992 DRP, 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 R992 DRP registered?

R992 DRP is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R992 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R992 DRP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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