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Y609 ABA

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,949 mi
Last recorded37,949 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY609 ABA
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 37,949 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 37,414 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 37,414 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 35,582 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 34,983 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Apr 2023 34,983 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 32,150 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 29,067 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 23,219 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 22,233 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 21,239 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 19,391 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 18,594 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 15,436 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 12,731 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 11,968 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 11,968 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 10,295 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 8,911 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 8,790 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 8,557 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 8,423 miles

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

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

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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Y609 ABA is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 Y609 ABA, 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 Y609 ABA registered?

Y609 ABA is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y609 ABA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y609 ABA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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