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S901 DRC

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

64,342 mi
Last recorded64,342 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS901 DRC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 64,342 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 61,666 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 61,660 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 61,048 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 61,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 60,878 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Requires lubrication (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 59,640 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 59,632 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp switch worn

Nearside rear indicator damaged

Number plate seperating

Pass 16 Apr 2014 59,601 miles

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

Headlamp switch slightly worn

Rear number plate seperating

Pass 23 Apr 2013 58,549 miles

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

Number plate slightly seperating

Pass 12 Apr 2012 51,989 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2011 42,823 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 32,591 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 7 May 2009 26,351 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear brake fluid level not visible

Fail 5 May 2009 26,300 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear brake fluid level not visible

Pass 30 Apr 2008 18,199 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 18,199 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 May 2007 11,664 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 9,706 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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S901 DRC is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 S901 DRC, 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 S901 DRC registered?

S901 DRC is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 February 1999.

Is S901 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S901 DRC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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