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R143 PNL

1998 Honda Cb 500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

41,312 mi
Last recorded41,312 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Cb 50035,241 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 PNL
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 41,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 39,205 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 37,206 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 37,206 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 34,359 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2011 34,359 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 31,904 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 31,904 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 28,918 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 29,899 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 15,380 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 15,380 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 12,842 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2005 10,853 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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R143 PNL is a 1998 Honda Cb 500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 35,241 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R143 PNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R143 PNL registered?

R143 PNL is a 1998 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R143 PNL safe to buy?

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