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R115 FNA

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,565 mi
Last recorded33,565 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR115 FNA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2014 33,565 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 29,324 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 29,324 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 9 Mar 2012 24,784 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 23,008 miles

Front tyre split but not deep enough to reach ply or cord

Fail 5 Mar 2011 23,005 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 22,228 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 20,767 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 20,767 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 19,461 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 18,887 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 17,230 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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R115 FNA is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R115 FNA, 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

How do I check the history of R115 FNA?

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What year was R115 FNA registered?

R115 FNA is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R115 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R115 FNA shows 12 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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