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R164 XPX

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,104 mi
Last recorded65,104 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 XPX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 65,104 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2021 65,104 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 63,980 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 62,210 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 16 Aug 2013 62,210 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 57,545 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 51,623 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 50,057 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2009 46,639 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 42,671 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 40,758 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 37,493 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 37,490 miles

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

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

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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R164 XPX is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R164 XPX, 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 R164 XPX registered?

R164 XPX is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 March 1998.

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