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R228 CLS

1998 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,716 mi
Last recorded44,716 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 CLS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2016 44,716 miles

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

front tyre has slight cracking between treads

Pass 16 Apr 2015 43,809 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 42,222 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2013 40,726 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 36,494 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 33,165 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 31,849 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 29,999 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 28,381 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 28,381 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 25,379 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 21,833 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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R228 CLS is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R228 CLS, 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 R228 CLS registered?

R228 CLS is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R228 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 CLS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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