1971 Honda Cb 500 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Cb 500 models manufactured in 1971, based on 40 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1971 Honda Cb 500 MOT Analysis
The 1971 Honda Cb 500 has an MOT pass rate of 82.5% based on 40 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,384 miles on the odometer. With a 17.5% failure rate, the 1971 Cb 500 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1971 Honda Cb 500 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, responsible for 2.5% of failures. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400.
Top failures specific to 1971 models only. The overall Cb 500 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 2.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 26,384 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.95 | 2.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1971 Honda Cb 500 has an MOT pass rate of 82.5% based on 40 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 26,384 miles on the odometer. With a 17.5% failure rate, the 1971 Cb 500 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1971 Honda Cb 500, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lighting and signalling: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 26,384 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 2.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on 1971 Honda Cb 500 models. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.