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Y359 XEC

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,574 mi
Last recorded34,574 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY359 XEC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 34,574 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 33,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 30,610 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 26,311 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 23,480 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 20,795 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 20,794 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 20,744 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 20,489 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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Y359 XEC is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y359 XEC, 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 Y359 XEC registered?

Y359 XEC is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y359 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y359 XEC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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