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R496 HGC

1998 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,166 mi
Last recorded56,166 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 HGC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2006 56,166 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 27 Sep 2006 56,166 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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R496 HGC is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R496 HGC, 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 R496 HGC registered?

R496 HGC is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R496 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 HGC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R496 HGC have outstanding finance?

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