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S794 AJO

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,081 mi
Last recorded64,081 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS794 AJO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 64,081 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust clamp rotten and not clamping but system secure

Fail 26 Sep 2018 63,986 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation not releasing (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust clamp rotten and not clamping but system secure

Pass 20 Sep 2017 63,814 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 63,263 miles

front brake slight bind

Fail 22 Sep 2016 63,015 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

front brake slight bind

Pass 3 Sep 2015 55,826 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn front and rear (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 55,826 miles

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn front and rear (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 49,345 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 49,343 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 47,054 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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S794 AJO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S794 AJO, 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 S794 AJO registered?

S794 AJO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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