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Y764 HGY

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

68,076 mi
Last recorded68,076 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY764 HGY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 68,076 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 66,152 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 62,176 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2015 62,176 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 58,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 54,299 miles

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

slight in rear no plate

Fail 2 Aug 2013 54,299 miles

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

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

slight in rear no plate

Pass 9 Aug 2012 50,940 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 50,837 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 46,649 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 46,605 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 42,467 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,633 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 37,563 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 33,309 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 33,004 miles

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2006 27,579 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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Y764 HGY is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y764 HGY, 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 Y764 HGY registered?

Y764 HGY is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 29 May 2001.

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