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S208 RNM

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

43,514 mi
Last recorded43,514 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS208 RNM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 43,514 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

centre stand broken

odd make tyres fitted

Fail 18 Mar 2023 43,510 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp l/h indicators switched on rear r/h indicator comes on as well (4.4.3 (b))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

centre stand broken

odd make tyres fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2022 42,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2022 42,464 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 14 Dec 2021 42,461 miles

Front Brake component insecure Brake pin securing clip missing (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Swinging arm spindle mounting point holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 51,617 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear cut in tyre tread

Pass 19 Dec 2019 50,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear cut in tyre tread

Fail 19 Dec 2019 50,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear cut in tyre tread

Pass 8 Dec 2018 49,301 miles

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

Rear Cut in rear tyre but not down to the cords.

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swinging arm underside has corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 48,153 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Area corroded around swinging arm pivot bolt. (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear suspension slightly corroded Shock spring (2.4.A.2d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension slightly corroded Swinging arm underside. (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 45,984 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Dec 2016 45,984 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 44,469 miles

Rear tyre perished in one place on sidewall

Pass 6 Dec 2014 43,139 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 41,916 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 41,916 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 41,426 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 39,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2011 34,159 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 29,416 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 May 2009 24,920 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 20,030 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Mar 2007 14,686 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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S208 RNM is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 S208 RNM, 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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S208 RNM is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 December 1998.

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