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Y235 COF

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,030 mi
Last recorded42,030 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY235 COF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 42,030 miles

Chain guard missing ()

number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 21 Oct 2013 39,551 miles

slght binding front brake caliper

Pass 21 Jul 2011 37,734 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

advise number plate slighty delaminated

advise offside handle bar controls slight movement

advise rear tyre side wall splitting

Pass 18 Jun 2009 36,084 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 36,084 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 34,336 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 34,335 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 31,267 miles

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

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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Y235 COF is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y235 COF, 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 Y235 COF registered?

Y235 COF is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 July 2001.

Is Y235 COF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y235 COF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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