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T440 FPP

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

48,730 mi
Last recorded48,730 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT440 FPP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 48,730 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 48,684 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 48,524 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 47,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 45,277 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 42,103 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 42,103 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 41,427 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 41,427 miles

Registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 40,750 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2014 40,750 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 40,204 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 37,920 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2012 37,920 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 36,707 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 35,604 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 34,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 31,288 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 29,811 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 28,549 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 26,065 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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T440 FPP 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 81%.

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 T440 FPP, 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 T440 FPP registered?

T440 FPP is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 March 1999.

Is T440 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T440 FPP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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