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UPP 893R

1997 Honda CB500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

40,092 mi
Last recorded40,092 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPP 893R
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 40,092 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 40,092 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2023 39,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 39,228 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 39,226 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 38,673 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 38,203 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 38,197 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 35,253 miles

Exhaust noisey

Pass 23 Jun 2017 33,300 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 32,956 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 32,179 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 31,554 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2013 30,736 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 30,732 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2012 30,220 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 28,937 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,240 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 28,240 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 27,534 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 27,518 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Fail 16 Oct 2007 22,410 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,410 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2005 22,321 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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UPP 893R is a 1997 Honda CB500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 UPP 893R, 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 UPP 893R registered?

UPP 893R is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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