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R219 FCG

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

71,812 mi
Last recorded71,812 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 FCG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 71,812 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 70,581 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 69,418 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 68,405 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear swing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 67,237 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 65,161 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 63,656 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 61,746 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 59,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 57,022 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 53,997 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 50,806 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front brake pads show uneven wear

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 46,151 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 42,840 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 39,369 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 36,005 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 32,470 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 30,934 miles

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

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

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 27,468 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jan 2008 25,009 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2008 25,003 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2007 21,697 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 17,074 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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R219 FCG is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 R219 FCG, 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 R219 FCG registered?

R219 FCG is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R219 FCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R219 FCG shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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