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R103 PWO

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,583 mi
Last recorded53,583 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 PWO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 53,583 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,160 miles

2/ rear tyre becoming perished

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 51,018 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear tyre becoming perished on side walls

Pass 20 Aug 2013 48,971 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 47,887 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 47,237 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 42,217 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 46,008 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 45,302 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 42,468 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 41,938 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 39,775 miles

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

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 PWO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PWO, 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.

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What year was R103 PWO registered?

R103 PWO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R103 PWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 PWO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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