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T481 TOL

1999 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,936 mi
Last recorded37,936 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT481 TOL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2014 37,936 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 37,936 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 34,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 33,390 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 32,312 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 43,022 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 30,277 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 28,814 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 27,786 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2006 26,480 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 26,477 miles

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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T481 TOL is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T481 TOL, 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 T481 TOL registered?

T481 TOL is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 July 1999.

Is T481 TOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T481 TOL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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