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R182 VLD

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,479 mi
Last recorded55,479 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR182 VLD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 55,479 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 47,396 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 47,396 miles

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 41,560 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 41,510 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 34,477 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 34,658 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 29,331 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 28,776 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Steering damper insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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R182 VLD is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red 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 R182 VLD, 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 R182 VLD registered?

R182 VLD is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R182 VLD safe to buy?

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