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S792 LJB

1998 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

58,333 mi
Last recorded58,333 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS792 LJB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 58,333 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 58,305 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2024 58,212 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 57,811 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 56,832 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 55,873 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 55,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 54,689 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 53,860 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 53,267 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 52,173 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 51,090 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 49,458 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,852 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 47,942 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 47,942 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2011 46,616 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 44,982 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 42,942 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 40,904 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 38,122 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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S792 LJB is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S792 LJB, 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 S792 LJB registered?

S792 LJB is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S792 LJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S792 LJB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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