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T178 AVP

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2015
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

19,128 mi
Last recorded19,128 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT178 AVP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 19,128 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 19,128 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2013 19,107 miles

fork yokes slightly misaligned

Fail 1 Sep 2013 19,084 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 18,290 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 18,290 miles

Nearside Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2012 18,276 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 18,263 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 18,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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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T178 AVP is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 T178 AVP, 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 T178 AVP registered?

T178 AVP is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is T178 AVP safe to buy?

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