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T42 RSC

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,784 mi
Last recorded43,784 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT42 RSC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 43,784 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 43,049 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 41,761 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 40,283 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 38,897 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 37,481 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 37,480 miles

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

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 36,685 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2009 32,813 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 32,813 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 29,541 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,541 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 23,559 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 16,217 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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T42 RSC is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 T42 RSC, 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 T42 RSC registered?

T42 RSC is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T42 RSC safe to buy?

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