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Y281 LMO

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

7,613 mi
Last recorded7,613 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 LMO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 7,613 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 98,829 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 78,941 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 78,939 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 55,813 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 30,842 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 30,842 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 30,687 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 30,362 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 29,217 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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Fail 4 Sep 2008 29,198 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 27,887 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 27,323 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 27,323 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 24,389 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jan 2006 24,342 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear 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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Y281 LMO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 Y281 LMO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y281 LMO?

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What year was Y281 LMO registered?

Y281 LMO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y281 LMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y281 LMO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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