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R793 LGP

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

7,558 mi
Last recorded7,558 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR793 LGP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 7,558 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 7,441 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 7,313 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 5,804 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 5,804 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 5,450 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 5,360 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 5,249 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 5,000 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 4,889 miles

front and rear tyre slightly perishing

Pass 30 Jan 2017 4,607 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 4,607 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 May 2016 4,604 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 4,587 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 4,379 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 4,341 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 4,308 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 4,153 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 3,985 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 3,781 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 3,429 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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R793 LGP is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 R793 LGP, 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 R793 LGP registered?

R793 LGP is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R793 LGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R793 LGP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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