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S147 RAV

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,683 mi
Last recorded65,683 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2006
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS147 RAV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2006 65,683 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 65,359 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.4)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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S147 RAV is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S147 RAV, 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 S147 RAV registered?

S147 RAV is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S147 RAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S147 RAV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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