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R864 LHU

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,813 mi
Last recorded19,813 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR864 LHU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 19,813 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 19,406 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 19,138 miles

Small cracks in rear tyre

Small cracks in rear tyre

Fail 24 Oct 2022 19,138 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Small cracks in rear tyre

Small cracks in rear tyre

Pass 12 May 2021 19,065 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 18,735 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,070 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 15,070 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 14,956 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 14,956 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 13,427 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 12,922 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 12,301 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2008 12,301 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 1 May 2007 12,022 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2007 12,022 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 11,354 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 11,354 miles

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

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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R864 LHU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R864 LHU, 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 R864 LHU registered?

R864 LHU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R864 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R864 LHU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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