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R121 HGX

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,982 mi
Last recorded23,982 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2014
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

RegistrationR121 HGX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2014 23,982 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,296 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 21,900 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 21,589 miles

Nail in rear tyre

cut in tread of rear tyre but not deep enough to expose ply/cords.

Pass 23 Jul 2010 21,370 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 20,954 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 20,237 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 20,203 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 29 Jun 2007 18,363 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2006 16,955 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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R121 HGX is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R121 HGX, 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 R121 HGX registered?

R121 HGX is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R121 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R121 HGX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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