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R276 LWO

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,659 mi
Last recorded42,659 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 LWO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 42,659 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 39,901 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 39,897 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 37,074 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 34,215 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 31,245 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 28,312 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 25,198 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 22,165 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 18,982 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 17,687 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 70,369 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2011 16,851 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 13,283 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 13,283 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,093 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 11,898 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 10,741 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 9,772 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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R276 LWO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R276 LWO, 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 R276 LWO registered?

R276 LWO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R276 LWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R276 LWO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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