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R73 END

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,922 mi
Last recorded67,922 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR73 END
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 67,922 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 67,921 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 67,921 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 60,489 miles
Pass 31 May 2015 54,854 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 48,554 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 40,993 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 33,750 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 27,299 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 303,511 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,736 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 6,835 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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R73 END is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R73 END, 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 R73 END registered?

R73 END is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 July 1998.

Is R73 END safe to buy?

The MOT history for R73 END shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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