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Y831 PBY

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,945 mi
Last recorded21,945 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2009
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY831 PBY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2009 21,945 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 21,498 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 21,469 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 21,469 miles

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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Y831 PBY is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y831 PBY, 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 Y831 PBY?

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What year was Y831 PBY registered?

Y831 PBY is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y831 PBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y831 PBY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y831 PBY have outstanding finance?

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