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S775 JBY

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,439 mi
Last recorded50,439 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2007
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS775 JBY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2007 50,439 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 50,439 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 47,080 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2005 40,419 miles

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

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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S775 JBY is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S775 JBY, 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 S775 JBY registered?

S775 JBY is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S775 JBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S775 JBY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S775 JBY have outstanding finance?

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