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S915 RCL

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,515 mi
Last recorded48,515 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS915 RCL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,515 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Tight spot on chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 45,337 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 43,856 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 41,203 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 41,203 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 37,638 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 34,684 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 31,672 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 25,642 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 25,642 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 20,509 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 13,627 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 13,560 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 13,338 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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S915 RCL is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S915 RCL, 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 S915 RCL registered?

S915 RCL is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S915 RCL safe to buy?

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