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S562 RLL

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,696 mi
Last recorded49,696 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS562 RLL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 49,696 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 49,692 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 49,683 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 45,866 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 41,672 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 41,672 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 36,723 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))

Pass 25 Sep 2015 33,027 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 29,610 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 25,814 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 20,617 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 15,387 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 11,863 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 8,469 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 8,469 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 7,391 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,203 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 7,089 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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S562 RLL is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S562 RLL, 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 S562 RLL registered?

S562 RLL is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 August 1998.

Is S562 RLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S562 RLL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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