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Y346 GKG

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,654 mi
Last recorded48,654 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY346 GKG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 48,654 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 48,643 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking open and not recoiling (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2014 66,929 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 61,492 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 56,386 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 51,509 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 46,459 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2009 43,063 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 43,063 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 37,041 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 31,246 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 25,102 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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Y346 GKG is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y346 GKG, 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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Y346 GKG is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 14 July 2001.

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