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S722 BEH

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,435 mi
Last recorded28,435 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS722 BEH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 28,435 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 28,255 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 28,072 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 27,952 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 27,831 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 26,862 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 25,351 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,338 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 25,335 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 24,669 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 24,669 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2009 18,749 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 18,723 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2008 12,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 11,984 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 10,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 10,339 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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S722 BEH is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S722 BEH, 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 S722 BEH registered?

S722 BEH is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S722 BEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S722 BEH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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