MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,861 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust leak out of cylinder head (6.1.2 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Close to the legal limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Nearside and offside front forks (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Nearside and offside front forks (5.3.2 (b))
Front subframe loose but not likely to become detached
Radiator bracket snapped, held with cable ties
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Nearside and offside rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
RADIATOR LOOSE
REAR LAMP REPAIRED WITH TAPE
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
pitting to fork legs
Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
aftermarket indicators flashing quick
rear number plate starting to separate
slight wear front disc
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low Front brake (3.2.B1d)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Offside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Bolt missing to secure fairing (2.1.2e)
Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swing arm slight corrosion (6.1.1a)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low Front brake (3.2.B1d)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Offside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Bolt missing to secure fairing (2.1.2e)
Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swing arm slight corrosion (6.1.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking Throttle (6.2.1f)
Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside rear footrest rubber missing
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside rear footrest rubber missing
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
R339 PGM is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R339 PGM, 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 R339 PGM?
You can check the full history of R339 PGM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R339 PGM registered?
R339 PGM is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 April 1998.
Is R339 PGM safe to buy?
The MOT history for R339 PGM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R339 PGM have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R339 PGM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.