MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,799 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
left footrest is secure but does have movement at bracket
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
front brake pads worn low
n/s/rear foot rest worn
rear number plate damaged
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
front brake pads worn low
n/s/rear foot rest worn
rear number plate damaged
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R899 FAR is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 R899 FAR, 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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What year was R899 FAR registered?
R899 FAR is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 June 1998.
Is R899 FAR safe to buy?
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