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Q89UTG

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,433 mi
Last recorded38,433 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ89UTG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 38,433 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 37,299 miles

Offside Front Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2024 37,299 miles

Offside Front Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 36,338 miles

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 35,330 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2022 35,330 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 34,134 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 32,284 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 31,363 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 30,115 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,798 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 26,710 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 26,710 miles

Offside Front Upper Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 23,839 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 19,948 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 16,908 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 16,908 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 13,411 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 11,025 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 10,307 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 10,307 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 10,175 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 10,175 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 9,702 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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Q89UTG is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 Q89UTG, 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 27 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 Q89UTG registered?

Q89UTG is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 May 1999.

Is Q89UTG safe to buy?

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