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Y698 VRH

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,289 mi
Last recorded29,289 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY698 VRH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 29,289 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 29,286 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 29,194 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 28,798 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 28,552 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 28,395 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 28,151 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 25,901 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 15 Jun 2016 25,901 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 22,029 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,437 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 19,995 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 18,847 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 17,832 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 15,043 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 14,416 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2008 12,696 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 10,199 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 7,338 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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Y698 VRH is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y698 VRH, 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 Y698 VRH registered?

Y698 VRH is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y698 VRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y698 VRH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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