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Y259 MBW

2001 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,314 mi
Last recorded44,314 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY259 MBW
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 44,314 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 44,314 miles

Central Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 44,226 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014

daylight use only

Pass 31 Oct 2012 41,923 miles

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

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Suspect rear tyre starting to crack

Top box and rack only held with 50% of securing bolts

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 37,709 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 37,709 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 34,198 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 25,898 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 18,289 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 9,898 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 5,905 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 5,905 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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Y259 MBW is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 Y259 MBW, 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 Y259 MBW registered?

Y259 MBW is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 July 2001.

Is Y259 MBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y259 MBW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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