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S552 SJN

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

14,152 mi
Last recorded14,152 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS552 SJN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 14,152 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 14,125 miles

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

Front fork dust seals perished

Pass 15 Mar 2022 14,059 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 14,059 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 13,774 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 13,720 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 13,654 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 13,408 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 13,372 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 13,371 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 13,365 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 13,308 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 13,244 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 13,173 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2010 13,002 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 12,803 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 12,543 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,192 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 11,795 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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S552 SJN is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S552 SJN, 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

How do I check the history of S552 SJN?

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What year was S552 SJN registered?

S552 SJN is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is S552 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S552 SJN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S552 SJN have outstanding finance?

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