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S516 LLN

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,710 mi
Last recorded51,710 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS516 LLN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 51,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 50,387 miles

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

chain rusty but no stiff links

n/s fork seal very slight weapage

slight exhaust blow at header pipe

thottle very slightly sticking

Pass 11 Oct 2013 45,805 miles

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

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 4 May 2012 43,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre is actually a front

Fail 4 May 2012 43,941 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre is actually a front

Pass 15 Jan 2011 40,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jan 2011 40,028 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 39,284 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 36,311 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 36,311 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 35,254 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 35,228 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2006 34,058 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 31,398 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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S516 LLN is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 S516 LLN, 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 S516 LLN registered?

S516 LLN is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is S516 LLN safe to buy?

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