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S134 FVK

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,513 mi
Last recorded38,513 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS134 FVK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 38,513 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 38,513 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 38,259 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 38,133 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 37,869 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 35,543 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 35,538 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Offside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 34,244 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 33,620 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 33,365 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 31,736 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 31,027 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 30,634 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 29,832 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 29,422 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 28,550 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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S134 FVK is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S134 FVK, 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

How do I check the history of S134 FVK?

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What year was S134 FVK registered?

S134 FVK is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S134 FVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S134 FVK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S134 FVK have outstanding finance?

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