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Y418 KNA

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,138 mi
Last recorded76,138 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY418 KNA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 76,138 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2025 70,402 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 64,503 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 60,655 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 59,667 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 57,684 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 51,555 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 40,208 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 38,386 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,786 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 34,752 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 33,423 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2014 28,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Pass 22 May 2012 19,086 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 19,086 miles

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

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

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 18,256 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 224,728 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 224,728 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 12,704 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 11,836 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 11,836 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2007 9,938 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 27,888 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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Y418 KNA is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue 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 Y418 KNA, 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 Y418 KNA registered?

Y418 KNA is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is Y418 KNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y418 KNA shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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