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R974 MOU

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,767 mi
Last recorded23,767 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR974 MOU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 23,767 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2014 20,735 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 20,735 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 18,099 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 18,036 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 18,035 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 18,033 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2010 18,030 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 17,749 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 17,730 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 16,542 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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R974 MOU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R974 MOU, 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 R974 MOU registered?

R974 MOU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R974 MOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R974 MOU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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