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L100 JBJ

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

33,764 mi
Last recorded33,764 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL100 JBJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2020 33,764 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 32,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 32,369 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 31,661 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 30,911 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2016 30,911 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2015 30,303 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 29,615 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 29,078 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

n/s bar end missing

Pass 10 Mar 2012 28,240 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 26,789 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 25,697 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 25,607 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 23,910 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 21,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 19,166 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 16,667 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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L100 JBJ is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 29,476 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 L100 JBJ, 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 28 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 L100 JBJ registered?

L100 JBJ is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is L100 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L100 JBJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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