MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
31,299 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
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YLE 299S is a 1978 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 YLE 299S, 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 YLE 299S?
You can check the full history of YLE 299S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was YLE 299S registered?
YLE 299S is a 1978 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 1978.
Is YLE 299S safe to buy?
The MOT history for YLE 299S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YLE 299S have outstanding finance?
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