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R175 CNB

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,742 mi
Last recorded26,742 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR175 CNB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 26,742 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 26,471 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc distorted (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 26,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc distorted (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 25,497 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2018 25,489 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2017 22,974 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 20,762 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing-arm (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 20,263 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,932 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 19,306 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 18,474 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 8,298 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 31,648 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

no rear foot rests fitted for mot test. original seat replaced by single seat . no position for a pillion passenger

Fail 4 Mar 2010 31,648 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 25,529 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 24,831 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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R175 CNB is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R175 CNB, 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 R175 CNB registered?

R175 CNB is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R175 CNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R175 CNB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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