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R986 MOU

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

29,477 mi
Last recorded29,477 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR986 MOU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 29,477 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 29,476 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 29,392 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 29,362 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 29,362 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 29,172 miles

slight bend on handlebar

Pass 1 Aug 2009 29,144 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 26,417 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 26,417 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 May 2007 21,944 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 17,151 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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R986 MOU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver 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 R986 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 R986 MOU registered?

R986 MOU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R986 MOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R986 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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