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S574 RGV

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

39,335 mi
Last recorded39,335 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS574 RGV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 39,335 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 38,691 miles

Headlamp plinth slightly loose

Pass 4 Jul 2024 37,991 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 36,880 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 36,379 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 35,653 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 34,714 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2017 33,638 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2016 32,620 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 30,723 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 29,184 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 29,174 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 29,157 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 29,139 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 29,139 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 28,975 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 27,704 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))

Pass 6 Sep 2007 26,624 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 25,063 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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S574 RGV is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red 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 S574 RGV, 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

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What year was S574 RGV registered?

S574 RGV is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S574 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S574 RGV 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.

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