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Y566 HUA

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

51,652 mi
Last recorded51,652 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY566 HUA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 51,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 51,643 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 51,637 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 51,631 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 51,629 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 51,628 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 51,628 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2020 51,579 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 51,579 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 51,518 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 51,518 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 51,439 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 50,196 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 48,773 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 45,550 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 40,990 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 36,524 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 31,595 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 26,172 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 21,462 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 17,865 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 12,354 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 10,785 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 9,919 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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Y566 HUA is a 2001 Honda CB500 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 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 Y566 HUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y566 HUA registered?

Y566 HUA is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 March 2001.

Is Y566 HUA safe to buy?

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