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R932 MSS

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,623 mi
Last recorded24,623 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR932 MSS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 24,623 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 22,211 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 21,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 21,445 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 19,494 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 16,809 miles

Rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 23 Jun 2018 15,108 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 13,478 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 13,331 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 12,954 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014
Fail 19 Apr 2014 12,661 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 12,487 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,811 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 9,833 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 8,440 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 7,542 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 7,542 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 5,653 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 3,376 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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R932 MSS is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R932 MSS, 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 R932 MSS registered?

R932 MSS is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R932 MSS safe to buy?

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