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T550 TGF

1999 Honda Cb 500

Grey Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

82,929 mi
Last recorded82,929 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 1999 Honda Cb 50027,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT550 TGF
MakeHonda
ModelCb 500
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 82,929 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 82,396 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 82,390 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2017 80,399 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 80,399 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 74,541 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2016 74,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 70,518 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 70,518 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2014 65,315 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 65,315 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 59,793 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Jan 2013 59,793 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 54,393 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 54,393 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 47,602 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 47,602 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 42,759 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 39,846 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 39,846 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 36,741 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 33,633 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 33,633 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 7 Feb 2006 30,325 miles

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

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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T550 TGF is a 1999 Honda Cb 500 in Grey with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda Cb 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,555 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 Cb 500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T550 TGF, 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 27 years old, this Honda Cb 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T550 TGF registered?

T550 TGF is a 1999 Honda Cb 500, first registered on 8 June 1999.

Is T550 TGF safe to buy?

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