MOT Status
ValidMileage
43,052 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre starting to perish
Rear Tubeless valve perished
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Cracks to rear tyre
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Rear brake has slightly more travel then normal
Rear brake slightly spongy
Speedo cable incorrectly routed and guide possibly missing
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Handlebars possibly bent
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Exhaust clamp loose
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Handlebars possibly bent
Nearside mirror loose
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S68 COU is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 COU, 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 S68 COU registered?
S68 COU is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 October 1998.
Is S68 COU safe to buy?
The MOT history for S68 COU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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