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R298 DRP

1997 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

21,739 mi
Last recorded21,739 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda CB50030,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR298 DRP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 21,739 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 21,050 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 20,372 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 18,945 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 16,349 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 13,514 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 12,378 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 12,314 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2017 12,264 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 12,016 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 12,016 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 11,893 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 11,807 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 11,643 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2012 11,638 miles

Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 11,561 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 11,423 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 11,277 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 10,989 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 10,779 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 10,249 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 9,752 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 9,723 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT FORK STANTIONS PITTED,

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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R298 DRP is a 1997 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 30,026 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 R298 DRP, 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 29 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 R298 DRP registered?

R298 DRP is a 1997 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R298 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R298 DRP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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