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R403 KRP

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,060 mi
Last recorded74,060 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 KRP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 74,060 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 73,982 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 73,056 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 71,499 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 69,127 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 65,793 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 62,124 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 57,346 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 53,160 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,160 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 48,856 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 46,798 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 43,736 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 40,851 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 36,240 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 31,362 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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R403 KRP is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R403 KRP, 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 R403 KRP registered?

R403 KRP is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R403 KRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R403 KRP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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