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L139 YVV

2006 Honda Cb 500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

16,097 mi
Last recorded16,097 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL139 YVV
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 16,097 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 15,349 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 15,349 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 14,252 miles

exhaust slightly loose

Pass 8 Feb 2023 11,800 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 11,798 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 9,365 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 7,792 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 7,792 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 6,980 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 4,404 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

top box insecure

Fail 24 Apr 2018 4,401 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

top box insecure

Pass 9 May 2017 2,756 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 1,699 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Feb 2015 1,600 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 1,596 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 1,563 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 1,525 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 1,381 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 1,315 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 1,082 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 1,045 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 56 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500?

Based on 2,993 MOT tests across 462 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
462
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 46
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
wheel bearings have excessive free play 20
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L139 YVV is a 2006 Honda Cb 500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

The most common reason a Honda Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L139 YVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Cb 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L139 YVV registered?

L139 YVV is a 2006 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 8 April 2006.

Is L139 YVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L139 YVV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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