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Y546 XAT

2001 Honda Cb 500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,066 mi
Last recorded68,066 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Cb 50032,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY546 XAT
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 68,066 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 68,066 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 64,260 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 60,292 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 60,292 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 55,501 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 50,847 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened has lip on top edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 49,218 miles

Exhaust slightly loose header collars corroding (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front throttle cable close to brake arm switch

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose pivot (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 45,335 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 40,574 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 35,124 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 30,506 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded SWING ARM (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,471 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low fluid looks looks old (3.2.B1d)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded swing arm (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,735 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 22,578 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 19,022 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 19,022 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 15,472 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 12,117 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 9,574 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 5,986 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 3,707 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 1,319 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 1,248 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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Y546 XAT is a 2001 Honda Cb 500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 32,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y546 XAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y546 XAT registered?

Y546 XAT is a 2001 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 5 July 2001.

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