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S107 FFE

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,961 mi
Last recorded41,961 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS107 FFE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 41,961 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 19 Sep 2024 41,272 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 41,109 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 41,109 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 40,310 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 36,805 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 36,258 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 35,621 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 34,409 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 31,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front engine mount spacer has slightly deteriotated

Pass 29 Aug 2014 31,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 31,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 31,639 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 31,534 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 31,232 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 30,343 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 30,343 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 May 2008 29,009 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 29,009 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 26,065 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,716 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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S107 FFE is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S107 FFE, 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 S107 FFE registered?

S107 FFE is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S107 FFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S107 FFE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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