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PYF 25R

1976 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,717 mi
Last recorded32,717 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 1976 Honda CB50024,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYF 25R
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 32,717 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 31,709 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 30,361 miles

bike and sidecar outfit

Pass 20 Oct 2016 29,013 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 28,899 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 28,808 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 28,804 miles

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

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 26 May 2010 28,706 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 28,705 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 28,195 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 28,194 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 14 May 2008 27,848 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 26,911 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 26,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 26,004 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 26,004 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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PYF 25R is a 1976 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 24,398 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 PYF 25R, 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 50 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 PYF 25R registered?

PYF 25R is a 1976 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 December 1976.

Is PYF 25R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYF 25R shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PYF 25R have outstanding finance?

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