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Y553 RVV

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,471 mi
Last recorded88,471 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY553 RVV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2020 88,471 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2020 88,471 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 85,347 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 83,414 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 83,406 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 80,251 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 80,248 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 76,114 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 73,001 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 61,249 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 53,193 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 40,122 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 40,122 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 22,225 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 2,671 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 83,633 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 83,633 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 55,928 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 10,724 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 9,290 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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Y553 RVV is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y553 RVV, 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 Y553 RVV registered?

Y553 RVV is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 March 2001.

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