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X908 RFV

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,630 mi
Last recorded53,630 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX908 RFV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2022 53,630 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 46,166 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2019 45,153 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 36,783 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 32,150 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

clutch leaver broken

Pass 4 Jan 2017 21,777 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 21,693 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 20,469 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 19,902 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,050 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 17,625 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 16,875 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 15,782 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,717 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 9,158 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 4,386 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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X908 RFV is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,233 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 X908 RFV, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X908 RFV registered?

X908 RFV is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 2001.

Is X908 RFV safe to buy?

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