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R720 RRD

1998 Honda Cb 500 S

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

95,324 mi
Last recorded95,324 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 500 S23,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR720 RRD
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 95,324 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2022 95,278 miles

Nearside Rear indicator loose

horn poor

Pass 3 Nov 2020 95,078 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

slight exhaust blow

Pass 23 Sep 2019 95,024 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 94,693 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 92,029 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

chain guard missing

Pass 3 Nov 2007 91,213 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 91,213 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 89,321 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2005 78,804 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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R720 RRD is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R720 RRD, 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 R720 RRD registered?

R720 RRD is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R720 RRD safe to buy?

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