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R418 CCL

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,747 mi
Last recorded39,747 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR418 CCL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2019 39,747 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,701 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 39,667 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front front brake binding slightly

Front front tyre 8 years old

Rear rear tyre 13 years old

rear chain adjuster locking nuts not secure

Pass 12 Sep 2013 39,199 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 37,493 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 36,219 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,350 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 34,422 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 34,422 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2008 34,035 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 34,039 miles

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

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

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

chip in headlight -does not affect beam

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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R418 CCL is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R418 CCL, 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 R418 CCL registered?

R418 CCL is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R418 CCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R418 CCL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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