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Y286 RBD

2001 Honda CB500

Orange Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,115 mi
Last recorded34,115 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY286 RBD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 34,115 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 33,473 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 33,040 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 32,504 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 31,708 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 31,357 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 30,500 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 29,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 27,867 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 26,988 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2017 26,973 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 25,792 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 24,772 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 23,667 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 22,447 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 22,447 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 21,636 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 19,897 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 17,388 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,971 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 15,948 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 12,959 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 11,266 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 9,153 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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Y286 RBD is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Orange with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 Y286 RBD, 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

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What year was Y286 RBD registered?

Y286 RBD is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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