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R439 RNL

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi
4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR439 RNL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2009
Pass 30 Apr 2008 92,305 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 82,467 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 82,467 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 74,856 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 May 2006 74,856 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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R439 RNL is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R439 RNL, 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 R439 RNL?

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What year was R439 RNL registered?

R439 RNL is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R439 RNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R439 RNL shows 6 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.

Does R439 RNL have outstanding finance?

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