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R856 BNP

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,169 mi
Last recorded49,169 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 BNP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 49,169 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened shocks (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 48,135 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 47,906 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2022 47,898 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip slightly deteriorated

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 46,607 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 45,005 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 61,629 miles

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

no front mudguard

Pass 6 Nov 2017 44,310 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 44,169 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 42,087 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 40,549 miles

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

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 37,388 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 30,779 miles
Pass 26 May 2013 24,236 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 24,079 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 23,039 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 21,684 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,505 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 19,249 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 19,919 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 17,099 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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R856 BNP is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R856 BNP, 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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R856 BNP is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 July 1998.

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