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Y541 GUF

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,327 mi
Last recorded75,327 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY541 GUF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 75,327 miles

Nearside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 72,107 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 May 2018 72,106 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 68,761 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 68,761 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 May 2016 65,261 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

side stand spring weak does not return fully

Pass 18 May 2015 61,484 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 61,482 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2014 58,102 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

propstand pivot worn

Pass 22 May 2013 53,083 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 May 2013 53,083 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 50,099 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 47,772 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 May 2011 47,769 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 45,166 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 45,166 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 42,776 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,879 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 39,878 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2007 36,758 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 May 2006 32,195 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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Y541 GUF is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Y541 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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Y541 GUF is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 May 2001.

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