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T101 RFS

1999 Honda CB500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

30,918 mi
Last recorded30,918 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT101 RFS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 30,918 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 28,703 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 28,091 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 27,715 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2012 27,715 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 27,236 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 23,295 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 21,725 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 21,725 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 21,695 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 20,853 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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T101 RFS is a 1999 Honda CB500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T101 RFS, 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 T101 RFS registered?

T101 RFS is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T101 RFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T101 RFS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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