MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,044 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
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))
Front Brake caliper slightly damaged but function not impaired rubber boot (1.1.16 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
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 Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R949 BOA is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 R949 BOA, 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 R949 BOA registered?
R949 BOA is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 April 1998.
Is R949 BOA safe to buy?
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