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S208 VOB

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,220 mi
Last recorded29,220 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS208 VOB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 29,220 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 28,469 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 27,872 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 27,762 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,435 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 26,435 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 May 2010 25,095 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 23,095 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 20,759 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 17,651 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 15,235 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 15,235 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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S208 VOB is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S208 VOB, 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 S208 VOB?

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What year was S208 VOB registered?

S208 VOB is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 October 1998.

Is S208 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S208 VOB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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