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T225 YBL

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,760 mi
Last recorded31,760 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT225 YBL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 31,760 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 31,114 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 30,242 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 28,824 miles

Fork Dust Seals Perished

Pass 11 May 2021 28,805 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 28,734 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 May 2019 28,528 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 28,522 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 26,115 miles

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

front tyre valve has slight crack but not leaking

Pass 9 May 2017 25,384 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 24,891 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,537 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 23,989 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,492 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,231 miles

handlebars have minimal bend minimal cracking to front tyre sidewall

Pass 27 Apr 2011 22,878 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 22,791 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 22,502 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 22,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 21,630 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,060 miles

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

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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T225 YBL is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 T225 YBL, 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 T225 YBL registered?

T225 YBL is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is T225 YBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T225 YBL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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