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R773 GYG

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,322 mi
Last recorded61,322 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR773 GYG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2013 61,322 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 61,070 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 57,123 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 50,780 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 43,913 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 43,670 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 36,097 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 28,890 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 22,575 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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R773 GYG is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R773 GYG, 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 R773 GYG registered?

R773 GYG is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R773 GYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R773 GYG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R773 GYG have outstanding finance?

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