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Y262 HGY

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,118 mi
Last recorded79,118 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY262 HGY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 79,118 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 77,177 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 77,177 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 70,203 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 69,735 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 69,735 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 69,110 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 68,668 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 68,391 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 67,695 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 66,705 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 55,751 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 64,630 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 63,794 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 48,711 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 17,532 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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Y262 HGY is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y262 HGY, 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 Y262 HGY registered?

Y262 HGY is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y262 HGY safe to buy?

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