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T557 KBO

1999 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,403 mi
Last recorded26,403 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT557 KBO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 26,403 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 25,509 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 24,060 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 20,355 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,814 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 16,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Jun 2008 16,505 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2007 16,302 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

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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T557 KBO is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 T557 KBO, 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 27 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T557 KBO registered?

T557 KBO is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T557 KBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T557 KBO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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