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R97 GKO

1998 Honda Cb 500 S

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,601 mi
Last recorded14,601 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 500 S23,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 GKO
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Aug 2007 14,601 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 7,888 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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R97 GKO is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 23,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R97 GKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R97 GKO registered?

R97 GKO is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R97 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R97 GKO shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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