MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,143 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S973 BGJ 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 S973 BGJ, 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 S973 BGJ registered?
S973 BGJ is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 August 1998.
Is S973 BGJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for S973 BGJ 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.
Does S973 BGJ have outstanding finance?
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