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R868 OTT

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,031 mi
Last recorded39,031 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
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

RegistrationR868 OTT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 39,031 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 38,508 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 36,333 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 35,356 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 35,355 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2018 32,507 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 32,277 miles

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

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

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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R868 OTT is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 R868 OTT, 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 R868 OTT?

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What year was R868 OTT registered?

R868 OTT is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R868 OTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R868 OTT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R868 OTT have outstanding finance?

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