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R989 AON

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,551 mi
Last recorded32,551 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR989 AON
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2024 32,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 32,354 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2022

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

chain guard missing

no lights fitted time of test

Pass 22 Apr 2021 51,970 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

no lights fitted at test

Pass 25 Mar 2019 51,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 50,746 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 49,890 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 48,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 47,176 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 47,023 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 46,750 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 45,890 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 44,303 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 42,644 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 39,135 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 35,273 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 31,467 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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R989 AON is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R989 AON, 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 R989 AON registered?

R989 AON is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R989 AON safe to buy?

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