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Y546 FPU

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,640 mi
Last recorded25,640 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY546 FPU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 25,640 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 25,640 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,586 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 25,504 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 24,972 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 24,972 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 22,779 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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Y546 FPU is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y546 FPU, 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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How do I check the history of Y546 FPU?

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What year was Y546 FPU registered?

Y546 FPU is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y546 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y546 FPU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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