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C598 TMO

1985 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,658 mi
Last recorded24,658 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC598 TMO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 24,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 24,065 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 24,042 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 23,998 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 23,838 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 23,784 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 22,817 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 21,155 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 19,867 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 17,856 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 17,856 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 17,106 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 15,956 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 15,956 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 15,097 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,527 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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C598 TMO is a 1985 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C598 TMO, 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 41 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 C598 TMO?

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What year was C598 TMO registered?

C598 TMO is a 1985 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C598 TMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C598 TMO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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