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R217 KGK

1998 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,885 mi
Last recorded24,885 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 KGK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 24,885 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 21,058 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 18,187 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 18,115 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 18,030 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2008 17,963 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 17,963 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 17,915 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 17,915 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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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R217 KGK is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R217 KGK, 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 R217 KGK registered?

R217 KGK is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R217 KGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 KGK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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