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Honda CB500

Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 499 cc

S805 AFBMOT history

S805 AFB is a yellow petrol Honda CB500 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 37,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
37,322 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S805 AFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CB500
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S805 AFB was last recorded at 37,322 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Nov 2021: 30,566 miles, lower than 35,063 miles on 4 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
37,321 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,322 miles
  • 2025 – 36,732 miles
  • 2023 – 36,426 miles
  • 2021 – 30,566 miles
  • 2019 – 34,555 miles
  • 2018 – 33,242 miles
  • 2017 – 29,854 miles
  • 2016 – 28,597 miles
  • 2015 – 27,461 miles
  • 2014 – 26,131 miles
  • 2012 – 22,744 miles
  • 2010 – 20,480 miles
  • 2009 – 19,284 miles
  • 2008 – 17,838 miles
  • 2007 – 15,806 miles
  • 2006 – 14,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,322 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.

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Rear Shocks

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,322 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    37,322 miles
    Test number
    823040929494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail37,321 miles (+589)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,321 miles
    Test number
    806971193338
    • DangerousFront Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass36,732 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    36,732 miles
    Test number
    830664306754
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Fail36,731 miles (+305)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,731 miles
    Test number
    552227395682
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass36,426 miles (+5,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    36,426 miles
    Test number
    489287358156
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel, bearing slightly rough when rotated

  6. Pass30,566 miles (-4,497)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,566 miles
    Test number
    588238464099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail35,063 miles (+508)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,063 miles
    Test number
    494280917952
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens cracked and faded (4.1.4 (a))

  8. Pass34,555 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    34,555 miles
    Test number
    232872898892
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks rusty

  9. Fail34,546 miles (+1,304)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,546 miles
    Test number
    716039842615
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear shocks rusty

  10. Pass33,242 miles (+3,388)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    33,242 miles
    Test number
    840335590562
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shocks

  11. Pass29,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    565397321089
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shocks

  12. Fail29,854 miles (+1,257)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,854 miles
    Test number
    949195104561
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shocks
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  13. Pass28,597 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,597 miles
    Test number
    640018503971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail28,596 miles (+1,135)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,596 miles
    Test number
    890140683186
    • FailureExhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • FailureExhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
    • FailureFront Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

  15. Pass27,461 miles (+1,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,461 miles
    Test number
    435472395077
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  16. Pass26,131 miles (+3,387)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,131 miles
    Test number
    496807864015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  17. Pass22,744 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,744 miles
    Test number
    207617042227
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  18. Fail22,744 miles (+2,264)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,744 miles
    Test number
    309227942415
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  19. Pass20,480 miles (+1,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    20,480 miles
    Test number
    403667440215
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  20. Pass19,284 miles (+1,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,284 miles
    Test number
    173119229203
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  21. Pass17,838 miles (+2,032)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    17,838 miles
    Test number
    664472648269
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  22. Pass15,806 miles (+1,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    15,806 miles
    Test number
    501816137208
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  23. Pass14,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,167 miles
    Test number
    371978136285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S805 AFB

Does S805 AFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S805 AFB is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S805 AFB?
The MOT on S805 AFB is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S805 AFB done?
S805 AFB was recorded at 37,322 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 1,151 miles a year.
Has S805 AFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S805 AFB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S805 AFB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Nov 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S805 AFB find?
S805 AFB passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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