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Y108 UGP

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,626 mi
Last recorded63,626 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY108 UGP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 63,626 miles

exhaust down pipes deteriorated but not leaking at this time.

Fail 14 Sep 2019 63,626 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

exhaust down pipes deteriorated but not leaking at this time.

Pass 31 May 2014 63,571 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

drive chain tight

rear brake caliper worn

rear brake pads loose in caliper body

Fail 31 May 2014 63,571 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

drive chain tight

rear brake caliper worn

rear brake pads loose in caliper body

Pass 8 Jun 2013 63,268 miles

rear brake disc badly distorted

rear brake disc badly worn

rear suspension stiff

small nails in front tyre

Fail 8 Jun 2013 63,266 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

rear brake disc badly distorted

rear brake disc badly worn

rear suspension stiff

small nails in front tyre

Pass 31 May 2012 62,656 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 58,018 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2011 58,018 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 52,158 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 44,411 miles

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

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 16 May 2009 44,411 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 37,246 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 29,701 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 29,609 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 May 2006 24,913 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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Y108 UGP is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 Y108 UGP, 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.

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What year was Y108 UGP registered?

Y108 UGP is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y108 UGP safe to buy?

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