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UKO 486

1977 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,041 mi
Last recorded1,041 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Honda CB50016,125 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKO 486
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 1,041 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 944 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 944 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 821 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 821 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 342 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 21 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 19 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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UKO 486 is a 1977 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1977 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 16,125 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 UKO 486, 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 49 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UKO 486?

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What year was UKO 486 registered?

UKO 486 is a 1977 Honda CB500, first registered on 30 November 1977.

Is UKO 486 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKO 486 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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