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Y176 DWL

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,025 mi
Last recorded38,025 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY176 DWL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2025 38,025 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 37,141 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 36,115 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 35,053 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 34,831 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2020 34,388 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 33,578 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 31,195 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 28,194 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 25,764 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,571 miles

headlamp aim on higher limit

Pass 18 Feb 2014 24,906 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 19,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 13,358 miles

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

front brake requires service

Pass 4 Dec 2010 7,878 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 7,869 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,201 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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Y176 DWL is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 Y176 DWL, 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

How do I check the history of Y176 DWL?

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What year was Y176 DWL registered?

Y176 DWL is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y176 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y176 DWL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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