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S815 AJO

1998 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

322 mi
Last recorded322 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS815 AJO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 322 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,656 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 34,317 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

one headlamp bulb not working

Pass 21 Sep 2013 42,236 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 40,887 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 39,229 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2011 39,229 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 37,010 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 34,049 miles

Rear 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 23 Aug 2006 31,147 miles

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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S815 AJO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S815 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 S815 AJO registered?

S815 AJO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is S815 AJO safe to buy?

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