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VYC 48M

1974 Honda CB500

Brown Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,077 mi
Last recorded42,077 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2010
Typical for 1974 Honda CB50028,709 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYC 48M
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2010 42,077 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 41,883 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 41,051 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 41,051 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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VYC 48M is a 1974 Honda CB500 in Brown with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 28,709 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 VYC 48M, 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 52 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 VYC 48M?

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What year was VYC 48M registered?

VYC 48M is a 1974 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 February 1974.

Is VYC 48M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYC 48M shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYC 48M have outstanding finance?

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