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S57 MRB

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,032 mi
Last recorded31,032 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS57 MRB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 31,032 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 31,032 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Headlamp taped to correct continental kick up (4.1.2 (c))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 23,882 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 23,882 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Starting to perish

Pass 30 Mar 2022 23,770 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 22,791 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 21,709 miles

Front Headlight beam deflector fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2019 21,682 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlight beam deflector fitted

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 20,019 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 18,409 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 15,937 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 13,722 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 13,551 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 12,634 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 12,510 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 12,482 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 12,426 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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S57 MRB is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 S57 MRB, 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 S57 MRB registered?

S57 MRB is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S57 MRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S57 MRB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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