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RLF 886R

1976 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,059 mi
Last recorded46,059 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2009
Typical for 1976 Honda CB50024,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLF 886R
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2009 46,059 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 25 Apr 2009 46,059 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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RLF 886R is a 1976 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,398 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 RLF 886R, 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 50 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RLF 886R?

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What year was RLF 886R registered?

RLF 886R is a 1976 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 October 1976.

Is RLF 886R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLF 886R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RLF 886R have outstanding finance?

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