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R313 RCW

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,116 mi
Last recorded22,116 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR313 RCW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 22,116 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2012 11,812 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 May 2011 11,613 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 21,342 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 21,342 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2009 20,755 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 20,755 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 May 2008 10,302 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 10,302 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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R313 RCW is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R313 RCW, 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

How do I check the history of R313 RCW?

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What year was R313 RCW registered?

R313 RCW is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R313 RCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R313 RCW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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