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S849 RLK

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,040 mi
Last recorded55,040 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS849 RLK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2022 55,040 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 54,875 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 54,719 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2019 54,410 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 53,686 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 63,282 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 52,161 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 50,934 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 50,002 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 49,211 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Jan 2012 48,095 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 48,095 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 45,573 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 52,814 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 46,239 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2008 46,165 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 40,152 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 25,687 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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S849 RLK is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S849 RLK, 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 S849 RLK registered?

S849 RLK is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 August 1998.

Is S849 RLK safe to buy?

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