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S716 ASX

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,634 mi
Last recorded11,634 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS716 ASX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 11,634 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 11,450 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 11,420 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 11,206 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 10,903 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 10,764 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 10,702 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 10,702 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 10,392 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 10,273 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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S716 ASX is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S716 ASX, 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 S716 ASX?

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What year was S716 ASX registered?

S716 ASX is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S716 ASX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S716 ASX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S716 ASX have outstanding finance?

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