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S687 KJM

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,376 mi
Last recorded30,376 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS687 KJM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 30,376 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 30,017 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 29,306 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 27,821 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 26,537 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,598 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 25,045 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 23,861 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,354 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 20,681 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 20,405 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 20,069 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 19,628 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 18,501 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 16,597 miles

Handlebars slightly bent.

R/H grip cracked.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 14,968 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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S687 KJM is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S687 KJM, 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

How do I check the history of S687 KJM?

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What year was S687 KJM registered?

S687 KJM is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S687 KJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S687 KJM shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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