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XDZ 7538

1997 Honda CB500

Black Other 498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,802 mi
Last recorded23,802 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDZ 7538
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 23,802 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 22,701 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 20,029 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 19,775 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 19,574 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 18,469 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 18,464 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 18,458 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 17,481 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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XDZ 7538 is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 498cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XDZ 7538, 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

How do I check the history of XDZ 7538?

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What year was XDZ 7538 registered?

XDZ 7538 is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is XDZ 7538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDZ 7538 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDZ 7538 have outstanding finance?

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