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YNC 126L

1973 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,699 mi
Last recorded25,699 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Honda CB50035,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNC 126L
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 25,699 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 25,258 miles

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 23,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 23,172 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 22,839 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2009 22,826 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 22,764 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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YNC 126L is a 1973 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 35,458 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 YNC 126L, 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 53 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 YNC 126L?

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What year was YNC 126L registered?

YNC 126L is a 1973 Honda CB500, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is YNC 126L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNC 126L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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