MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
78,200 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
FRONT PADS WORN "ALMOST" TO EXCESS... BRAKE LINING HAS ONLY 1.5 MM IF THAT
Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)
FRONT PADS WORN "ALMOST" TO EXCESS... BRAKE LINING HAS ONLY 1.5 MM IF THAT
REAR BRAKE TEST SHOWS A FLUCTUATION ON THE REAR BRAKE "ALMOST" TO EXCESS
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S138 BGK is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S138 BGK, 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 S138 BGK registered?
S138 BGK is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 October 1998.
Is S138 BGK safe to buy?
The MOT history for S138 BGK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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