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S568 WTU

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,907 mi
Last recorded59,907 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS568 WTU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Feb 2016 59,907 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 55,688 miles

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

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

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

rear brake slight play to bushes

Pass 18 Feb 2014 53,737 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 51,677 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 50,630 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 49,773 miles

front hand brake traval just passable

slight change in engine speed when turned lock to lock just passable

Pass 2 Feb 2010 49,008 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

front brake traval just passable

Pass 5 Feb 2009 47,647 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 46,026 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2006 44,171 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 38,480 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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S568 WTU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S568 WTU, 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 S568 WTU registered?

S568 WTU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 October 1998.

Is S568 WTU safe to buy?

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