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Y936 NJO

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

41,474 mi
Last recorded41,474 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY936 NJO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 41,474 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 37,933 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 37,930 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 33,392 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at wear limit - replace now (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 27,739 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 22,969 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 18,976 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 13,749 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 8,797 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 5,003 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 4,621 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 4,526 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 4,353 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 4,244 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 4,161 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 4,133 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 4,101 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 4,063 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 4,026 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 3,921 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 3,778 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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Y936 NJO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y936 NJO, 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 Y936 NJO registered?

Y936 NJO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y936 NJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y936 NJO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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