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S68 BTT

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

53,128 mi
Last recorded53,128 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS68 BTT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2018 53,128 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 53,128 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2017 51,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 49,663 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 48,159 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 45,558 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 45,031 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 40,106 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 34,759 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 29,667 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 24,919 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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S68 BTT is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S68 BTT, 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 S68 BTT registered?

S68 BTT is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is S68 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S68 BTT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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