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S609 NPX

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,620 mi
Last recorded63,620 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS609 NPX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 63,620 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 63,314 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 29 Jun 2020 63,314 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 62,427 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 61,708 miles

Front slight run out front disc

Pass 20 Oct 2017 59,485 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering mirrors touch fairing (2.1.2a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 59,114 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 58,262 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 58,221 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 53,735 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 53,695 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 48,180 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 47,812 miles

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 18 Apr 2012 44,107 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 44,107 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 41,398 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 41,310 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 40,778 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 40,435 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 38,840 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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S609 NPX is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S609 NPX, 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 S609 NPX registered?

S609 NPX is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 November 1998.

Is S609 NPX safe to buy?

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