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S861 MFP

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,912 mi
Last recorded17,912 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS861 MFP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 17,912 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure Left and Right (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Direction indicator insecure Left and Right (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 17,912 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 17,896 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 17,121 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 17,089 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,944 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 15,454 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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S861 MFP is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S861 MFP, 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.

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What year was S861 MFP registered?

S861 MFP is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 December 1998.

Is S861 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S861 MFP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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