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R756 ABU

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,814 mi
Last recorded48,814 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR756 ABU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 48,814 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 47,645 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 46,894 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 46,658 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 44,767 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 41,824 miles

fork gaters split

Pass 7 Jul 2015 38,859 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 38,858 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2014 35,193 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

no plate delaminated

Pass 20 May 2013 30,413 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 26,373 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 26,353 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2009 26,264 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 26,264 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 25,552 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 25,548 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 23,535 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 23,304 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,791 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 19,791 miles

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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R756 ABU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R756 ABU, 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 R756 ABU registered?

R756 ABU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R756 ABU safe to buy?

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