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R812 OFA

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

36,808 mi
Last recorded36,808 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR812 OFA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 36,808 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 36,808 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear sprocket carrier bearing has slight play

Pass 6 Feb 2025 31,948 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 31,923 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 31,916 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 31,884 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 31,780 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 31,618 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 31,480 miles

LEFT HAND BAR END WEIGHT MISSING.

Fail 24 Aug 2018 31,480 miles

LEFT HAND BAR END WEIGHT MISSING.

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 31,325 miles

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

some stiff links in drive chain

Pass 20 Aug 2016 31,216 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 2.5mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.5mm (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Aug 2015 30,428 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front tyre worn uneven

Pass 22 Aug 2014 29,860 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 26,953 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 25,312 miles

over size rear tyre fitted at time of test

Pass 7 Jun 2012 18,919 miles

rear tyre over size

Pass 29 Jun 2011 16,642 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 16,650 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 May 2009 16,626 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 16,601 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 16,377 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 16,030 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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R812 OFA is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R812 OFA, 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 R812 OFA registered?

R812 OFA is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R812 OFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R812 OFA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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