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R187 FGP

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,030 mi
Last recorded30,030 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR187 FGP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 30,030 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,492 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 22,832 miles

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

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

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged front & rear perished (4.1.2c)

Fail 14 Jul 2016 22,832 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged front & rear perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 18,460 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2013 16,391 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2012 16,013 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2011 15,692 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2010 15,427 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2009 15,023 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 14,631 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2007 14,235 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2007 14,235 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 13,798 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R187 FGP is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R187 FGP, 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 R187 FGP registered?

R187 FGP is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R187 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R187 FGP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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