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Y741 TGF

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

35,627 mi
Last recorded35,627 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY741 TGF
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 35,627 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 35,627 miles

Rear Footrest insecure Both sides (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 33,806 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 33,806 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 31,136 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 30,612 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 29,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 29,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 27,263 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 27,170 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 25,827 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2014 25,827 miles

Nearside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Offside Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 26 Jun 2013 23,534 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,534 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 20,283 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,282 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 20,127 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2008 20,127 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 20 Apr 2006 11,015 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 11,015 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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Y741 TGF is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 Y741 TGF, 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 Y741 TGF registered?

Y741 TGF is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y741 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y741 TGF shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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