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R499 XPO

1998 Honda CB500

Green Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,451 mi
Last recorded49,451 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda CB50029,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 XPO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2012 49,451 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 53,395 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 53,395 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 26,883 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 12,231 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 83,616 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 55,990 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 47,369 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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R499 XPO is a 1998 Honda CB500 in Green with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R499 XPO, 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 R499 XPO registered?

R499 XPO is a 1998 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R499 XPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R499 XPO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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