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R270 ECR

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,436 mi
Last recorded25,436 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 ECR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 25,436 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 25,390 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 25,390 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 25,057 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 25,057 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2016 24,116 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 23,687 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 23,169 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 22,401 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,966 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 21,562 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 May 2011 21,562 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 21,526 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 21,436 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 17,262 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 14,043 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 14,043 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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R270 ECR is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R270 ECR, 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 R270 ECR registered?

R270 ECR is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R270 ECR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 ECR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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