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Honda CB500

Black and Green · Petrol · 1998 · 499 cc

S68 COUMOT history

S68 COU is a black and green petrol Honda CB500 first used on 9 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 43,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,052 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 COU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CB500
Colour
Black and Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 COU was last recorded at 43,052 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 308 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,744 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
308 miles
Average per year
923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,052 miles
  • 2025 – 42,744 miles
  • 2024 – 42,581 miles
  • 2023 – 41,464 miles
  • 2022 – 40,168 miles
  • 2019 – 39,675 miles
  • 2018 – 39,037 miles
  • 2016 – 38,465 miles
  • 2014 – 38,424 miles
  • 2013 – 38,057 miles
  • 2012 – 37,086 miles
  • 2011 – 35,322 miles
  • 2010 – 35,296 miles
  • 2009 – 34,591 miles
  • 2008 – 32,751 miles
  • 2007 – 30,015 miles
  • 2006 – 26,118 miles
  • 2005 – 23,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,052 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Wheel alignment slightly misaligned.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,052 miles (+308)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,052 miles
    Test number
    938920273726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,744 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    42,744 miles
    Test number
    281157358679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,581 miles (+1,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    42,581 miles
    Test number
    342913890865
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass41,464 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,464 miles
    Test number
    117753399513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,168 miles (+493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,168 miles
    Test number
    613021087644
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre starting to perish

  6. Pass39,675 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,675 miles
    Test number
    710531009615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,037 miles (+572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,037 miles
    Test number
    322846802607
    • AdvisoryRear Tubeless valve perished

  8. Pass38,465 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,465 miles
    Test number
    720741473362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail38,424 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,424 miles
    Test number
    218410274225
    • Repaired at testWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

  10. Pass38,424 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,424 miles
    Test number
    946120174200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,057 miles (+971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,057 miles
    Test number
    885432043119
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass37,086 miles (+1,764)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,086 miles
    Test number
    347434442100
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
    • NoteCracks to rear tyre
    • NoteRear brake has slightly more travel then normal
    • NoteRear brake slightly spongy
    • NoteSpeedo cable incorrectly routed and guide possibly missing

  13. Pass35,322 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,322 miles
    Test number
    989487141199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,296 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,296 miles
    Test number
    921120720147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • NoteHandlebars possibly bent

  15. Fail35,296 miles (+705)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,296 miles
    Test number
    814468110104
    • FailureFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
    • FailureRear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • NoteExhaust clamp loose
    • NoteHandlebars possibly bent
    • NoteNearside mirror loose

  16. Pass34,591 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,591 miles
    Test number
    153095879168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,751 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,751 miles
    Test number
    653348478286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,015 miles (+3,897)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    30,015 miles
    Test number
    474012777225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,118 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,118 miles
    Test number
    222283376263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    23,840 miles
    Test number
    701864175218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 COU

Does S68 COU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S68 COU is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S68 COU?
The MOT on S68 COU is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S68 COU done?
S68 COU was recorded at 43,052 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 923 miles a year.
Has S68 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 COU has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on S68 COU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S68 COU find?
S68 COU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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