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YBH 462S

1978 Honda CB500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,014 mi
Last recorded31,014 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 Honda CB50020,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBH 462S
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2014 31,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2011 30,908 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 19 May 2011 30,901 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 30,179 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 29,890 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 29,601 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 29,082 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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YBH 462S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 YBH 462S, 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 48 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBH 462S?

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What year was YBH 462S registered?

YBH 462S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 March 1978.

Is YBH 462S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBH 462S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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