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T133 DHY

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

50,476 mi
Last recorded50,476 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT133 DHY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 50,476 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 50,469 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking on righthand lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2021 48,878 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 48,224 miles

Both sides rear shocks weak

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 44,637 miles

Exhaust noisy.

Pass 15 Feb 2018 43,576 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Feb 2017 41,890 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 41,811 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 41,143 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 40,483 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Feb 2014 40,483 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre flat

Pass 16 Feb 2013 39,811 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2013 39,811 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 38,299 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 36,802 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 36,802 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 36,756 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 36,322 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 36,264 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 36,264 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 36,239 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 36,236 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2005 35,932 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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T133 DHY is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 T133 DHY, 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 T133 DHY registered?

T133 DHY is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 August 1999.

Is T133 DHY safe to buy?

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