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Y806 JBH

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

77,865 mi
Last recorded77,865 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY806 JBH
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 77,865 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 77,779 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 77,647 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 77,251 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 76,819 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 75,317 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 74,868 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 74,045 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 74,041 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 72,917 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 72,183 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 71,273 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 70,318 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 68,928 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 67,003 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 65,570 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 65,570 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 64,787 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 60,028 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 52,467 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 46,425 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 38,834 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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Y806 JBH is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y806 JBH, 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 Y806 JBH registered?

Y806 JBH is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y806 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y806 JBH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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