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S528 KUT

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

44,138 mi
Last recorded44,138 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS528 KUT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 44,138 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 43,396 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 41,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 41,557 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 39,900 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 39,900 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 39,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2019 38,902 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 37,089 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 35,190 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 33,129 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 33,083 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2012 33,007 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 32,901 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 32,819 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 32,690 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 32,365 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 31,972 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2006 30,924 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2005 29,730 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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S528 KUT is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S528 KUT, 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 S528 KUT registered?

S528 KUT is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S528 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S528 KUT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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