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Y229 ENL

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

36,529 mi
Last recorded36,529 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY229 ENL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 36,529 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 36,523 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Indicator switch inoperative Unable to turn off indicators (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 34,562 miles

Front Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 34,562 miles

Front Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 32,546 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 32,102 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 31,835 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 29,383 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 29,139 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 27,689 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,501 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 26,284 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 26,284 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 26,067 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 25,675 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 24,971 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 22,988 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 20,983 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 20,033 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 20,033 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 18 Aug 2007 18,007 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 18,007 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 14,307 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 14,307 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 14,257 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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Y229 ENL is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 Y229 ENL, 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 Y229 ENL registered?

Y229 ENL is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y229 ENL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y229 ENL shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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