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T245 NKK

1999 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,094 mi
Last recorded50,094 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT245 NKK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2023 50,094 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 46,416 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

fairing repaired, not affecting peformance.

Pass 17 Dec 2021 42,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 38,652 miles

lock nut missing from clutch lever, replaced.

Pass 2 Oct 2018 38,460 miles

Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 37,841 miles

Rear tyre is slighty perished, but no cord exposed.

Pass 29 Sep 2016 36,644 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 36,332 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 36,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,148 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 35,266 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 34,243 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 32,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 30,588 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 29,427 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 28,583 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 28,054 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 24,669 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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T245 NKK is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 T245 NKK, 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 T245 NKK registered?

T245 NKK is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 May 1999.

Is T245 NKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T245 NKK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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