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S501 TWC

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,574 mi
Last recorded86,574 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS501 TWC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2010 86,574 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 86,574 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 78,752 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 68,010 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 53,111 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 53,111 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 43,279 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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S501 TWC is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black 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 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 S501 TWC, 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 S501 TWC?

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What year was S501 TWC registered?

S501 TWC is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S501 TWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S501 TWC 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.

Does S501 TWC have outstanding finance?

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