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R821 SFL

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,577 mi
Last recorded17,577 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 SFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 17,577 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2015 17,549 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 17,384 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 17,124 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 16,975 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 16,913 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 16,750 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 16,387 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 15,824 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 May 2008 15,824 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 May 2007 15,525 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 15,103 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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R821 SFL is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R821 SFL, 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 R821 SFL registered?

R821 SFL is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R821 SFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R821 SFL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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