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Y946 KRJ

2001 Honda Cb 500 S

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

46,110 mi
Last recorded46,110 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda Cb 500 S21,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY946 KRJ
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500 S
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 46,110 miles

Central Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 46,105 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2024 46,105 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 46,104 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 46,053 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 14 Apr 2022 46,053 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (single fixing) (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 45,979 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 45,979 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 45,834 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2016 45,834 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 30 May 2014 45,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 30 May 2014 45,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 45,431 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2013 45,430 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 45,203 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2012 45,203 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 38,868 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 18 Mar 2011 38,868 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 26,399 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 10,976 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 10,679 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 5,901 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?

Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
878
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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Y946 KRJ is a 2001 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 21,265 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 Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y946 KRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y946 KRJ registered?

Y946 KRJ is a 2001 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 27 April 2001.

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