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V440 EFV

1999 Honda Cb 500 S

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,415 mi
Last recorded71,415 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Honda Cb 500 S22,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV440 EFV
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2008 71,415 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

chain worn unevenly

luggage box poorly mounted

Pass 13 Nov 2008 71,415 miles

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

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

chain worn unevenly

luggage box poorly mounted

Pass 27 Nov 2007 64,739 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

cuts in rear tyre tread

ignition switch worn

Fail 26 Nov 2007 64,739 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

cuts in rear tyre tread

ignition switch worn

n/s front indicator poorly mounted

Pass 4 Nov 2006 52,155 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 42,582 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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V440 EFV is a 1999 Honda Cb 500 S in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V440 EFV, 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 V440 EFV registered?

V440 EFV is a 1999 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 14 October 1999.

Is V440 EFV safe to buy?

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