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R117 HGN

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,594 mi
Last recorded24,594 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 HGN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 24,594 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 24,526 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 24,259 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 24,225 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 24,225 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2015 20,835 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 20,835 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2014 18,521 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 17,969 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 17,387 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,563 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 16,563 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 16,563 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 15,859 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 15,859 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 15,537 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 15,104 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 14,637 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2006 13,722 miles

Offside Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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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R117 HGN is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R117 HGN, 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 R117 HGN registered?

R117 HGN is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R117 HGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 HGN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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