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R216 OUG

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,174 mi
Last recorded94,174 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR216 OUG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 94,174 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 89,105 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 82,777 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 78,562 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 72,396 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 67,192 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 60,392 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 59,477 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 59,449 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 56,886 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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R216 OUG is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R216 OUG, 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 R216 OUG registered?

R216 OUG is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R216 OUG safe to buy?

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