CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y768 EVK

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,169 mi
Last recorded59,169 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY768 EVK
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 59,169 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 58,524 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 57,835 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 57,051 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 55,405 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 54,496 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 53,636 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 52,912 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 52,912 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 52,206 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 52,206 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 51,650 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 49,848 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 49,848 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 44,988 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 39,690 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 39,690 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2006 36,062 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y768 EVK is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y768 EVK, 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

How do I check the history of Y768 EVK?

You can check the full history of Y768 EVK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y768 EVK registered?

Y768 EVK is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is Y768 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y768 EVK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y768 EVK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y768 EVK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.