MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,190 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R281 LWO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 R281 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.
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What year was R281 LWO registered?
R281 LWO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1998.
Is R281 LWO safe to buy?
The MOT history for R281 LWO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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