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R918 RRY

1998 Honda Cb 500 S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,096 mi
Last recorded20,096 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 500 S23,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 RRY
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 20,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 19,817 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 19,761 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 19,629 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 19,531 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 19,406 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 19,055 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 17,903 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 17,892 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 17,583 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 17,543 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 17,532 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 15,011 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 14,918 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 13,385 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,993 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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R918 RRY is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 23,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R918 RRY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R918 RRY registered?

R918 RRY is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R918 RRY safe to buy?

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