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S644 KBA

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

34,386 mi
Last recorded34,386 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS644 KBA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 34,386 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 34,376 miles

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2024 32,853 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 32,157 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2023 32,157 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2022 31,382 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 30,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 52,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 52,822 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 51,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 48,656 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 46,320 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 43,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 42,380 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 39,599 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 36,443 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

crack in offside riders footrest hanger

Pass 25 Oct 2012 29,507 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 23,475 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 16,273 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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S644 KBA is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S644 KBA, 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 S644 KBA registered?

S644 KBA is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S644 KBA safe to buy?

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