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Y962 DAB

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

48,778 mi
Last recorded48,778 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY962 DAB
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2020 48,778 miles

Front Brake cylinder insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 48,038 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 46,707 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 46,537 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 45,596 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 42,622 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 42,622 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 38,579 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2011 34,724 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2011 34,724 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 34,334 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 34,334 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 32,371 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 32,371 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 31,317 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 29,229 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 25,158 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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Y962 DAB is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y962 DAB, 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 Y962 DAB registered?

Y962 DAB is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y962 DAB safe to buy?

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