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Y692 GNJ

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY692 GNJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026

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

Fail 17 Jul 2026

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 54,957 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2025 54,957 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 52,937 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 48,912 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 42,086 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 38,071 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 38,040 miles

Stop lamp not working rear pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 37,389 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 54,024 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 53,010 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 51,660 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 51,660 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 27 May 2014 46,449 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 27 May 2014 46,449 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 39,748 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 39,748 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2012 34,260 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 33,644 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 31,716 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2010 31,706 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2009 29,207 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 29,195 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 26,472 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 25,280 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 25,252 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2006 24,091 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 24,079 miles

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

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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Y692 GNJ is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 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 Y692 GNJ, 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 Y692 GNJ registered?

Y692 GNJ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y692 GNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y692 GNJ shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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