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Y994 FVX

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

45,446 mi
Last recorded45,446 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY994 FVX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 45,446 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 44,828 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2025 44,803 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 43,507 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2023 41,545 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 40,098 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 37,541 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 34,842 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 31,879 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 28,266 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 23,980 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 19,429 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 17,819 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 17,698 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2013 15,578 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 13,603 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 11,053 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 11,053 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 9,105 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 8,542 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 7,882 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 7,334 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 6,615 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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Y994 FVX is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y994 FVX, 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 Y994 FVX registered?

Y994 FVX is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y994 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y994 FVX shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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