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R103 FMY

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,964 mi
Last recorded30,964 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 FMY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 30,964 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

side stand spring loose

Pass 2 Jun 2021 30,412 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 30,407 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 30,402 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 30,393 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,345 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 30,338 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,116 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 29,982 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,696 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 29,365 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 28,318 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 282,132 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 27,664 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 2 May 2008 27,664 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R103 FMY is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R103 FMY, 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 R103 FMY registered?

R103 FMY is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R103 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 FMY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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