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T389 KLF

1999 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,586 mi
Last recorded66,586 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT389 KLF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 66,586 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 64,930 miles

front brake pads low

o/s/r shock damp

wear noted on both front brake disc

Pass 12 Jul 2014 62,383 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 61,792 miles
Fail 25 May 2013 61,784 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 60,922 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 60,922 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Fail 28 Jan 2011 59,621 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 59,621 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 59,601 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

left front fork making a noise under damping.

Pass 11 Apr 2006 51,662 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 51,615 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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T389 KLF is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T389 KLF, 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 T389 KLF registered?

T389 KLF is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 April 1999.

Is T389 KLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T389 KLF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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