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F379 YAV

1988 Honda CB500

Maroon Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,109 mi
Last recorded14,109 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF379 YAV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1988
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2017 14,109 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 13,943 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,815 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 13,766 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 13,627 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 13,521 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,438 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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F379 YAV is a 1988 Honda CB500 in Maroon with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F379 YAV, 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 38 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F379 YAV registered?

F379 YAV is a 1988 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 December 1988.

Is F379 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F379 YAV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F379 YAV have outstanding finance?

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