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Y965 RDG

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

68,815 mi
Last recorded68,815 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY965 RDG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 68,815 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 67,461 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 67,338 miles

Handlebar excessively deformed (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 62,756 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 60,395 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 55,633 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 51,137 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 48,149 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 43,979 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 39,826 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 38,307 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 36,030 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 31,166 miles

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

osr/ nsr lower shocker bush slight play

Pass 28 Sep 2011 23,497 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 15,832 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 11,949 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 5,314 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 4,188 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 3,770 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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Y965 RDG is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y965 RDG, 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 Y965 RDG registered?

Y965 RDG is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 21 April 2001.

Is Y965 RDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y965 RDG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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