MOT Status
ValidMileage
86,122 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced all (4.4.3 (a))
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Chain and sprockets. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Coolant leak
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Coolant leak
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
both tyres starting to perish
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y281 EDA is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.
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 Y281 EDA, 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 Y281 EDA registered?
Y281 EDA is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 May 2001.
Is Y281 EDA safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y281 EDA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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