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Y256 EGR

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,721 mi
Last recorded40,721 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY256 EGR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 40,721 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 37,416 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 32,609 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

seat cannot be locked down but held in by hinge position

Pass 23 Mar 2016 31,388 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2016 31,388 miles

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 28,661 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 22,304 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 16,429 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 12,817 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 12,576 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 12,271 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 12,068 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 11,825 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 11,060 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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Y256 EGR is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y256 EGR, 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.

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What year was Y256 EGR registered?

Y256 EGR is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y256 EGR safe to buy?

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