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R94 RAD

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,580 mi
Last recorded25,580 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR94 RAD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 25,580 miles

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

Nearside Front Engine Mount Spacer has slight crack

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 25,479 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 24,246 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 22,947 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 22,270 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 22,002 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 21,710 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 21,047 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 20,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 19,994 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 19,722 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 19,266 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 18,875 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 18,392 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 18,391 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 18,338 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 15,814 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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R94 RAD is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R94 RAD, 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 R94 RAD registered?

R94 RAD is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R94 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R94 RAD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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