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R880 FNH

1998 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,490 mi
Last recorded61,490 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR880 FNH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 61,490 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 61,430 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 60,147 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 50,425 miles

nearside front fork seal damp

noisey exhaust fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2015 44,884 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 31,486 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 31,486 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 27,500 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 25,600 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 49,165 miles

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

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 48,031 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2008 48,031 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 37,158 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 33,310 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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R880 FNH is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R880 FNH, 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 R880 FNH registered?

R880 FNH is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 January 1998.

Is R880 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R880 FNH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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