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Y475 UBO

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,301 mi
Last recorded47,301 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY475 UBO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 47,301 miles

heated grips 2 long/ interfearing with handlebars/ rect.

Fail 13 Oct 2023 47,301 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

heated grips 2 long/ interfearing with handlebars/ rect.

Pass 4 Mar 2021 47,280 miles

2 tyres underinflated/ rect

Pass 18 Nov 2019 47,256 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 47,210 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 47,210 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 47,190 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 47,190 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 47,152 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 47,056 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 46,900 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 46,900 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 46,754 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 46,600 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 46,300 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 45,350 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 44,544 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 41,186 miles
Pass 13 May 2007 34,064 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 17,985 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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Y475 UBO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y475 UBO, 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 Y475 UBO registered?

Y475 UBO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y475 UBO safe to buy?

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