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R614 ENC

1998 Honda Cb 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

22,519 mi
Last recorded22,519 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 50035,241 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR614 ENC
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 22,519 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 22,344 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slightly dry and notchy (6.1.7 (c) (i))

very slight cracks in rear tyre side walls

Pass 7 Jun 2023 22,314 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 22,001 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 21,472 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 20,907 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 20,806 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)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 20,537 miles

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

rear tyre has cracks on side walls

Pass 2 May 2013 20,186 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 19,688 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutch lever end missing

rear tyre has side wall cracks

Fail 5 Apr 2012 19,680 miles

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

rear tyre has side wall cracks

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutch lever end missing

Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,334 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 18,796 miles

slight cracks in n/s tyre wall

Pass 6 Aug 2008 18,187 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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R614 ENC is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 35,241 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R614 ENC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R614 ENC registered?

R614 ENC is a 1998 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R614 ENC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R614 ENC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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