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R113 GGY

1998 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,154 mi
Last recorded17,154 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 GGY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 17,154 miles

right hand foot peg mount cracked

Fail 21 Apr 2017 17,154 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

right hand foot peg mount cracked

Pass 24 Sep 2015 16,423 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 16,423 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 14,458 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre worn

Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,196 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 18 Sep 2013 13,196 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 10,810 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 10,810 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 8,181 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 8,170 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 8,168 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 8,098 miles

rear tyre tread depth 1.4mm!

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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R113 GGY is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 R113 GGY, 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 R113 GGY registered?

R113 GGY is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R113 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R113 GGY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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