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S39 YNO

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

53,636 mi
Last recorded53,636 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS39 YNO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 53,636 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 46,521 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 40,674 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 40,665 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 36,273 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 36,035 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 35,906 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 35,626 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 35,599 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 35,558 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 34,982 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 34,787 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 34,266 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

cut in rear tyre tread

Pass 12 Apr 2011 33,648 miles

cut in rear tyre tread

Pass 20 Apr 2010 32,127 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 30,206 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 29,310 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2007 28,499 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2006 27,622 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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S39 YNO is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S39 YNO, 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 S39 YNO registered?

S39 YNO is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S39 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S39 YNO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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