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AE51 DVY

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,252 mi
Last recorded36,252 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 DVY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 36,252 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 36,228 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2021 35,937 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 35,804 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 35,580 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 35,329 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 35,026 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 35,026 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 34,840 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 34,840 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 31,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,382 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 29,789 miles

F/TYRE UNEVEN WEAR

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

SIDE STAND SPRING WEAK

Pass 31 Mar 2009 24,638 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 24,638 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,443 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 14,597 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 10,464 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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AE51 DVY is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,233 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 AE51 DVY, 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 25 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 DVY?

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What year was AE51 DVY registered?

AE51 DVY is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is AE51 DVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 DVY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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