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R825 VFJ

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,848 mi
Last recorded37,848 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR825 VFJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2013 37,848 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 36,861 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 35,465 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 35,465 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,035 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 31,625 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 29,550 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 28,581 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 26,980 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2006 26,980 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2005 25,026 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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R825 VFJ is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R825 VFJ, 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

How do I check the history of R825 VFJ?

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What year was R825 VFJ registered?

R825 VFJ is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R825 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R825 VFJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R825 VFJ have outstanding finance?

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