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S475 YNP

1998 Honda Cb 500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,286 mi
Last recorded56,286 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 50035,241 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS475 YNP
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 56,286 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2017 55,645 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 55,645 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released front control (1.3.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 51,456 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 30 Aug 2014 43,801 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 43,801 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 38,190 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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S475 YNP is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 35,241 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S475 YNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S475 YNP registered?

S475 YNP is a 1998 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S475 YNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S475 YNP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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