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Y154 GBD

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,714 mi
Last recorded39,714 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY154 GBD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 39,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 39,709 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 39,555 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 39,136 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 38,748 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 37,932 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 60,706 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 59,349 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 58,857 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 55,783 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 55,764 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 55,731 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 55,268 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 54,672 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 52,821 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 52,260 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 52,260 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 47,958 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 47,958 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 39,397 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 39,383 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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Y154 GBD is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y154 GBD, 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 Y154 GBD registered?

Y154 GBD is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y154 GBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y154 GBD shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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