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R689 LDG

1998 Honda CB500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,849 mi
Last recorded26,849 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR689 LDG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 26,849 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 26,777 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 26,025 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 25,713 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 25,496 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 23,305 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Nov 2011 21,256 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2011 21,256 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 21,225 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,179 miles

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 15 Aug 2009 21,174 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 15,833 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 7,334 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 873 miles

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

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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R689 LDG is a 1998 Honda CB500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R689 LDG, 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 R689 LDG registered?

R689 LDG is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 March 1998.

Is R689 LDG safe to buy?

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