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Chain guard missing ()
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
No lights fitted at time of test, Daylight use only.
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
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R201 VLD is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 R201 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 R201 VLD registered?
R201 VLD is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 March 1998.
Is R201 VLD safe to buy?
The MOT history for R201 VLD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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