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R855 AON

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

23,205 mi
Last recorded23,205 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 AON
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 23,205 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 22,711 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 22,057 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 21,657 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 21,117 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 21,061 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 20,793 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 20,502 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 19,688 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 19,013 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 18,347 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 18,054 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 17,163 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 16,719 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 16,555 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 16,555 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 16,212 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 May 2011 16,212 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 May 2010 15,271 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,965 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 14,390 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,293 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 11,861 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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R855 AON 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 R855 AON, 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 R855 AON registered?

R855 AON is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R855 AON safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 AON 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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