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R236 LEU

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,480 mi
Last recorded60,480 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR236 LEU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 60,480 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 May 2014 59,308 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 May 2014 59,308 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 58,963 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

nearside foot peg damaged

Fail 16 May 2013 58,956 miles

Front Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

nearside foot peg damaged

Pass 4 May 2012 57,121 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 53,258 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 48,884 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 48,864 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2009 44,739 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 39,725 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 39,725 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 May 2007 34,308 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2006 31,179 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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R236 LEU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R236 LEU, 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 R236 LEU registered?

R236 LEU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R236 LEU safe to buy?

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