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S704 REY

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,138 mi
Last recorded58,138 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS704 REY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 58,138 miles

Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 58,132 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 57,935 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 57,037 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 57,036 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 26 May 2012 56,290 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 49,758 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 44,022 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 38,755 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre feathered.

Pass 9 Aug 2007 38,472 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 35,415 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 29 Jul 2006 35,388 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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S704 REY is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S704 REY, 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 S704 REY registered?

S704 REY is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S704 REY safe to buy?

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