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N496 WGR

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,305 mi
Last recorded65,305 miles
Recorded on31 May 2011
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN496 WGR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2011 65,305 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 65,149 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 62,162 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 62,162 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 55,510 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 55,510 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 53,027 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 52,731 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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N496 WGR is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 N496 WGR, 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 N496 WGR registered?

N496 WGR is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is N496 WGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N496 WGR shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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