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R171 LKN

1998 Honda CB500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,969 mi
Last recorded36,969 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 LKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 36,969 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 36,969 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2011 32,647 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 25,749 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 25,745 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 20,160 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 10 Feb 2009 20,160 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 77,876 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 66,117 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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R171 LKN is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R171 LKN, 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 R171 LKN registered?

R171 LKN is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R171 LKN safe to buy?

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