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R704 TUM

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

59,921 mi
Last recorded59,921 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR704 TUM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2012 59,921 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2012 59,812 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 52,589 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 45,619 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 38,240 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 38,240 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 May 2008 38,107 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 38,107 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 37,622 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 37,622 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 35,537 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 35,463 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2006 35,463 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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R704 TUM is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 R704 TUM, 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.

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What year was R704 TUM registered?

R704 TUM is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R704 TUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R704 TUM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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