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R920 FEX

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,422 mi
Last recorded23,422 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR920 FEX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2026 23,422 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 23,306 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 22,989 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 22,576 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 22,128 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 21,784 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 21,179 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 20,619 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 20,465 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 20,270 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 20,187 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 19,981 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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R920 FEX is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R920 FEX, 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 R920 FEX?

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What year was R920 FEX registered?

R920 FEX is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R920 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R920 FEX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R920 FEX have outstanding finance?

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