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S868 RFL

1999 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,126 mi
Last recorded41,126 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS868 RFL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 41,126 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2024 39,990 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 37,361 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 34,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 31,157 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 27,108 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2020 27,108 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,764 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 23,764 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2012 22,382 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 18,943 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 18,165 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 18,165 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 17,960 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 17,930 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 17,930 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 16,988 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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S868 RFL is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 S868 RFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S868 RFL registered?

S868 RFL is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 January 1999.

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