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S532 RLK

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,299 mi
Last recorded41,299 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS532 RLK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 41,299 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 41,299 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 41,202 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 41,111 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 41,111 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 26,181 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 26,181 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 40,773 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 37,948 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 35,194 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,076 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 34,707 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 34,628 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 32,226 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 30,301 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 27,583 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 25,523 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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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S532 RLK is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 S532 RLK, 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 S532 RLK registered?

S532 RLK is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S532 RLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S532 RLK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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