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R809 XSD

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,511 mi
Last recorded45,511 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 XSD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 45,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 May 2019 45,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 43,171 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 42,038 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear footrests removed converted to single seat

chian link clip has slight movement but is secure

Pass 16 Apr 2016 41,982 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 41,605 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 40,708 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 39,519 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 37,741 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,531 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 13,136 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2007 8,704 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 8,704 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 6,315 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 6,315 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R809 XSD is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R809 XSD, 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 R809 XSD registered?

R809 XSD is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R809 XSD safe to buy?

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