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S657 KHG

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,984 mi
Last recorded27,984 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS657 KHG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 27,984 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 26,723 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 24,720 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 24,631 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 24,453 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 24,410 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 24,108 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 23,920 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 23,677 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 23,470 miles

Front Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Pass 27 May 2008 23,470 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 23,130 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 22,830 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 22,830 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 May 2005 22,415 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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S657 KHG is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S657 KHG, 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 S657 KHG registered?

S657 KHG is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 October 1998.

Is S657 KHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S657 KHG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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