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Y886 BJT

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102 mi
Last recorded102 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY886 BJT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2023 102 miles

Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned must be 240mm apart (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2021

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 27,983 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,837 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 21,654 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 18,409 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 16,656 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 16,638 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 13,972 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 11,369 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 11,369 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 8,180 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,169 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 7,900 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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Y886 BJT is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y886 BJT, 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 Y886 BJT?

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What year was Y886 BJT registered?

Y886 BJT is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y886 BJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y886 BJT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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