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Y42 GUF

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,746 mi
Last recorded14,746 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY42 GUF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 14,746 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 14,706 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 14,690 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 14,598 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 14,587 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 14,557 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 14,265 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 12,568 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 11,221 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 9,330 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 9,330 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 7,513 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 5,281 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 3,424 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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Y42 GUF is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 Y42 GUF, 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 Y42 GUF registered?

Y42 GUF is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 May 2001.

Is Y42 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y42 GUF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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