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Y478 KBN

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,312 mi
Last recorded31,312 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY478 KBN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 31,312 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 3,113 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2016 30,846 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 27,682 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 19,256 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 13,689 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 13,536 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 13,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 4,971 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 93,050 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 93,050 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 81,365 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 68,828 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 57,813 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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Y478 KBN is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red 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 Y478 KBN, 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 Y478 KBN registered?

Y478 KBN is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y478 KBN safe to buy?

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