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Y597 SVS

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

61,414 mi
Last recorded61,414 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY597 SVS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 61,414 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 61,149 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 60,220 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 59,575 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 56,516 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 53,161 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 50,759 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 49,538 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 49,538 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 46,632 miles

Main stand spring weak

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2017 43,784 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 39,481 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 37,789 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 37,789 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 33,944 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 28,480 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 25,090 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 17,189 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 13,614 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 9,398 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 8,558 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 7,159 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 6,076 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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Y597 SVS is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y597 SVS, 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 Y597 SVS registered?

Y597 SVS is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is Y597 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y597 SVS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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