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Y208 HPJ

2001 Honda Cb 500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,001 mi
Last recorded35,001 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda Cb 50032,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY208 HPJ
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 35,001 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 34,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 34,456 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 33,996 miles

Front Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Headlamp beam pattern within regulations but non standard.

Pass 17 Aug 2022 33,186 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 33,186 miles

Stop lamp not working from front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 32,141 miles

front tyre slight cracks/deterioration

Pass 8 Aug 2020 31,499 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 30,835 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,741 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 16,130 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,530 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 14,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Jan 2006 11,890 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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Y208 HPJ is a 2001 Honda Cb 500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 32,396 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y208 HPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y208 HPJ registered?

Y208 HPJ is a 2001 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 2 August 2001.

Is Y208 HPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y208 HPJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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