MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,604 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Higher rear brake effort normally obtainable
Rear axle nut locking device missing
Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S279 KNH is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.
Across all 1999 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 S279 KNH, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of S279 KNH?
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What year was S279 KNH registered?
S279 KNH is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 January 1999.
Is S279 KNH safe to buy?
The MOT history for S279 KNH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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