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T597 FTD

1999 Honda Cb 500 S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

60,669 mi
Last recorded60,669 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1999 Honda Cb 500 S22,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT597 FTD
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 60,669 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front brake binding slightly

Gear selector pedal insecure

Number plate may be to small for road use

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2013 60,660 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front brake binding slightly

Front tyre wearing unevenly

Gear selector pedal insecure

Number plate may be to small for road use

Oil leak

Pass 12 May 2012 51,440 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 36,030 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 43,394 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009
Fail 2 Jun 2009 40,545 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2008 39,087 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 39,087 miles

Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 37,588 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 37,479 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 32,712 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 27,342 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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T597 FTD is a 1999 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 22,279 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 Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T597 FTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T597 FTD registered?

T597 FTD is a 1999 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 19 June 1999.

Is T597 FTD safe to buy?

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