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S543 UAH

1998 Honda Cb 500 S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

21,366 mi
Last recorded21,366 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 500 S23,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS543 UAH
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 21,366 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 21,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 21,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 21,215 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 21,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 21,155 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 21,089 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 20,826 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 20,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 20,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 20,423 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 20,266 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 19,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake dragging slightly, would advise attention.

Pass 30 Jul 2012 19,837 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 19,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 19,645 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 19,081 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 18,262 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 17,642 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 17,175 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 17,144 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2006 16,456 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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S543 UAH is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 23,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S543 UAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S543 UAH registered?

S543 UAH is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 4 August 1998.

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