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S253 EVV

1999 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

35,287 mi
Last recorded35,287 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2011
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS253 EVV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2011 35,287 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 35,202 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 May 2009 35,202 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 32,314 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 32,314 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 31,269 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 31,269 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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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S253 EVV is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 S253 EVV, 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.

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What year was S253 EVV registered?

S253 EVV is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S253 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S253 EVV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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