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S852 REL

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,023 mi
Last recorded13,023 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS852 REL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 13,023 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Rear brake fluid level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S fork (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2024 13,023 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level Rear brake fluid level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

Headlamp insecure Missing bolt replaced (4.1.1 (c))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil N/S fork (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 10,882 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 10,436 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 9,643 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 8,576 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 7,641 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 7,053 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 5,818 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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S852 REL is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 S852 REL, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S852 REL registered?

S852 REL is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S852 REL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S852 REL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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