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S529 NGC

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,631 mi
Last recorded34,631 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS529 NGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 34,631 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 33,961 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2025 33,898 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 33,227 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 31,734 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 30,917 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 30,916 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 29,364 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 23,903 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 18,192 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 17,902 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 17,825 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 17,825 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 14,454 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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S529 NGC is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 S529 NGC, 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 27 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 S529 NGC registered?

S529 NGC is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S529 NGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S529 NGC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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