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T157 FJT

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,228 mi
Last recorded4,228 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT157 FJT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 4,228 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 4,214 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 3,236 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 3,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 3,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 2,097 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 9 Apr 2021 1,510 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 5 Jul 2019 27,096 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 27,096 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 26,968 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 26,950 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 26,524 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 26,486 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 25,602 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 May 2013 25,140 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 May 2012 24,934 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 23,736 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 22,855 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 20,964 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 15 May 2008 19,124 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 17,975 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2007 17,975 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 17,187 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 17,187 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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T157 FJT is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T157 FJT, 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 T157 FJT registered?

T157 FJT is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 June 1999.

Is T157 FJT safe to buy?

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