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Y204 UKP

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

33,888 mi
Last recorded33,888 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY204 UKP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2010 33,888 miles

Centre Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 32,505 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2009 32,505 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 25,348 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 25,347 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Nov 2006 337 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 74,720 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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Y204 UKP is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y204 UKP, 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 Y204 UKP registered?

Y204 UKP is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y204 UKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y204 UKP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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