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Honda CB500

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 499 cc

T139 KEFMOT history

T139 KEF is a red petrol Honda CB500 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 27,918 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
27,918 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T139 KEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
CB500
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T139 KEF was last recorded at 27,918 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 4,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,152 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,766 miles
Average per year
713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,918 miles
  • 2025 – 23,152 miles
  • 2018 – 21,654 miles
  • 2016 – 19,755 miles
  • 2015 – 18,973 miles
  • 2013 – 16,744 miles
  • 2011 – 15,935 miles
  • 2009 – 15,007 miles
  • 2008 – 14,350 miles
  • 2006 – 13,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,918 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,918 miles (+4,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    27,918 miles
    Test number
    105492194959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  2. Pass23,152 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    23,152 miles
    Test number
    240493449829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass21,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    21,654 miles
    Test number
    592811486310
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail21,654 miles (+1,899)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,654 miles
    Test number
    745098949258
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass19,755 miles (+782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    19,755 miles
    Test number
    299359074402
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

  6. Pass18,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    319716495137
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  7. Fail18,973 miles (+2,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    289722595496
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  8. Pass16,744 miles (+809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,744 miles
    Test number
    499434123111
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

  9. Pass15,935 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    15,935 miles
    Test number
    556587611118
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  10. Fail15,935 miles (+928)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,935 miles
    Test number
    716737111130
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  11. Pass15,007 miles (+657)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    15,007 miles
    Test number
    591809119214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,350 miles
    Test number
    612998998171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail14,350 miles (+648)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,350 miles
    Test number
    611267898145
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  14. Pass13,702 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    13,702 miles
    Test number
    292702746182
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  15. Fail13,696 miles3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,696 miles
    Test number
    701913536193
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about T139 KEF

Does T139 KEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T139 KEF is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T139 KEF?
The MOT on T139 KEF is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T139 KEF done?
T139 KEF was recorded at 27,918 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 713 miles a year.
Has T139 KEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T139 KEF has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on T139 KEF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T139 KEF find?
T139 KEF passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied.

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