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S461 SDW

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,496 mi
Last recorded12,496 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS461 SDW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 12,496 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 10,840 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 10,275 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 10,271 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 10,221 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 10,036 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 9,892 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 9,752 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 9,667 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 9,353 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 8,968 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 8,715 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 8,715 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 8,185 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 7,718 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
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S461 SDW is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S461 SDW, 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 S461 SDW registered?

S461 SDW is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S461 SDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S461 SDW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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