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AY51 JFN

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

34,905 mi
Last recorded34,905 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 JFN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 34,905 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,605 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 32,462 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 27,621 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 22,263 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 17,350 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 11,657 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 10,895 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 10,895 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2011 10,106 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 9,620 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 8,808 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 8,327 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 7,126 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 5,680 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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AY51 JFN is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AY51 JFN, 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

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What year was AY51 JFN registered?

AY51 JFN is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 15 December 2001.

Is AY51 JFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY51 JFN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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