MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,514 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
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))
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))
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))
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
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
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
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))
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)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear tyre perished in one place on sidewall
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
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))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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