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T485 LHK

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

19,140 mi
Last recorded19,140 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT485 LHK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 19,140 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 18,979 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 18,721 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 18,689 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 18,409 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 18,169 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 17,998 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 17,742 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 17,345 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 16,930 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 16,024 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 14,957 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 14,394 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 14,394 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 13,109 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 12,172 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 12,118 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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T485 LHK is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 T485 LHK, 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 T485 LHK registered?

T485 LHK is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 April 1999.

Is T485 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for T485 LHK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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