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S97 CGJ

1998 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,912 mi
Last recorded34,912 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS97 CGJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 34,912 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 34,260 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 33,766 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 32,963 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 32,903 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2021 32,903 miles

Fuel system component leaking left hand carburetor float bowl seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 32,643 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 31,621 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 31,549 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 31,387 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,974 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 30,152 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 29,090 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 27,839 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,534 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 24,989 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,361 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 21,659 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,697 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 17,717 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 15,715 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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S97 CGJ is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S97 CGJ, 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 S97 CGJ registered?

S97 CGJ is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S97 CGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S97 CGJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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