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S556 EUD

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,710 mi
Last recorded47,710 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS556 EUD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 47,710 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 43,832 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 40,205 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2011 35,642 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 35,642 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 34,124 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 34,124 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 28,918 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 21,899 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 16,858 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 11,287 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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S556 EUD is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S556 EUD, 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.

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What year was S556 EUD registered?

S556 EUD is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 1998.

Is S556 EUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S556 EUD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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