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Y195 EBY

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,329 mi
Last recorded42,329 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY195 EBY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 42,329 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 42,138 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 40,834 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 39,365 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,135 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 38,613 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 38,406 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. To RHS (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 38,406 miles

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

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. To RHS (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 38,177 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 37,889 miles

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

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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Y195 EBY is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y195 EBY, 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 Y195 EBY registered?

Y195 EBY is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y195 EBY safe to buy?

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