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S765 SNO

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,209 mi
Last recorded44,209 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS765 SNO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2014 44,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nail in rear tyre

front headlight misted

Pass 15 Mar 2013 42,606 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre split but not deep enough to reach ply also worn very close to limits

Fail 15 Mar 2013 42,606 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear tyre split but not deep enough to reach ply also worn very close to limits

Pass 7 Jan 2012 41,720 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 41,183 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 37,976 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,220 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 32,292 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 32,292 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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S765 SNO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S765 SNO, 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 S765 SNO registered?

S765 SNO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S765 SNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S765 SNO shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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