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R449 ADC

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

35,114 mi
Last recorded35,114 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR449 ADC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 35,114 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 34,440 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 33,914 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perished in tread grooves (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front heated bar grip not fully secured

Offside mirror catches fairing top on full lock

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy worn in centre position slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 32,030 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 30,234 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 30,234 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side walls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 29,637 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 27,990 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 27,270 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 26,587 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 25,743 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 25,451 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 25,290 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 21,659 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 17,967 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2013 17,967 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2012 13,511 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2011 6,141 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 3,980 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 2,884 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 1,832 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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R449 ADC is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R449 ADC, 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 R449 ADC registered?

R449 ADC is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R449 ADC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R449 ADC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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