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Y271 GWO

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,732 mi
Last recorded53,732 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY271 GWO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 53,732 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Upper Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 51,761 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Jun 2016 51,761 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Upper Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 28 May 2015 44,166 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 28 May 2015 44,166 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2014 36,529 miles

Front Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2013 31,869 miles

Nearside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 31,869 miles

Nearside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 31 May 2012 25,001 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 16,708 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 May 2010 14,640 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 May 2009 13,548 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,077 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 11,728 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 10,981 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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Y271 GWO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y271 GWO, 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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Y271 GWO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 June 2001.

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