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S659 LLR

1998 Honda Cb 500 S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,407 mi
Last recorded26,407 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 500 S23,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS659 LLR
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 26,407 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 25,445 miles

neutral light not working

Pass 2 Sep 2008 18,350 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 18,350 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 11,440 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 2,685 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 2,680 miles

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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))

Pass 11 Oct 2005 40,910 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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S659 LLR is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 23,712 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 Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S659 LLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S659 LLR registered?

S659 LLR is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 22 December 1998.

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