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R167 WCK

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,068 mi
Last recorded21,068 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR167 WCK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 21,068 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 2 Dec 2014 21,068 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nail in front tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 May 2009 20,102 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 20,102 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,878 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 19,417 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 18,539 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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R167 WCK is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R167 WCK, 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 R167 WCK registered?

R167 WCK is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R167 WCK safe to buy?

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