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VEG 173S

1978 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,313 mi
Last recorded18,313 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 1978 Honda CB50020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEG 173S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 18,313 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 18,143 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 18,102 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 18,099 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 17,943 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 May 2006 17,708 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 17,697 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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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VEG 173S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 VEG 173S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VEG 173S?

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What year was VEG 173S registered?

VEG 173S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 July 1978.

Is VEG 173S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEG 173S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEG 173S have outstanding finance?

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