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R416 WBC

1998 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,558 mi
Last recorded46,558 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR416 WBC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 46,558 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 46,515 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 43,197 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 41,231 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

front and rear brakes has slight binding

Pass 24 Jan 2011 36,508 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 34,778 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 33,240 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 33,208 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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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R416 WBC is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R416 WBC, 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

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What year was R416 WBC registered?

R416 WBC is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R416 WBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R416 WBC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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