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R531 NNW

1998 Honda Cb 500 S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

46,133 mi
Last recorded46,133 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 500 S23,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 NNW
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2008 46,133 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2007 44,343 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 44,334 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 42,187 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 42,187 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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R531 NNW is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 23,712 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 Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R531 NNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R531 NNW registered?

R531 NNW is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R531 NNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R531 NNW shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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