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R232 MDF

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,347 mi
Last recorded41,347 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 MDF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 41,347 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 39,713 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 39,696 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

headlamp switch slight movement

Pass 16 Dec 2023 36,476 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2023 36,475 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working rear brake switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 28,551 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 21,948 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 15,456 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 9,500 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 6,387 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 4,028 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 3,239 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 2,748 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 2,709 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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R232 MDF is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver 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 R232 MDF, 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

How do I check the history of R232 MDF?

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What year was R232 MDF registered?

R232 MDF is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R232 MDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 MDF shows 14 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.

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