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Y201 HPA

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,291 mi
Last recorded29,291 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY201 HPA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2011 29,291 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 29,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 28,739 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 28 Jun 2010 28,739 miles

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

Inner Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 25,897 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 25,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,308 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 22,800 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 21,041 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 21,038 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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Y201 HPA is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y201 HPA, 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 Y201 HPA registered?

Y201 HPA is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y201 HPA safe to buy?

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