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Y448 MFT

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

31,897 mi
Last recorded31,897 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY448 MFT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 31,897 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 31,883 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 31,883 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 31,804 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 31,797 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,535 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 30,661 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 30,008 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 25,253 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 24,310 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 23,675 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 23,675 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 22,143 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 15,538 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,127 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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Y448 MFT is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y448 MFT, 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 Y448 MFT registered?

Y448 MFT is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y448 MFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y448 MFT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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