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CN51 FHU

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

29,884 mi
Last recorded29,884 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN51 FHU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 29,884 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 27,664 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 27,664 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 25,700 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 23,553 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 21,311 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 19,385 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 19,385 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 17,312 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 17,312 miles

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 16,609 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 16,609 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 15,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2009 15,924 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 14,542 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 14,542 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 12,712 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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CN51 FHU is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 CN51 FHU, 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 CN51 FHU registered?

CN51 FHU is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is CN51 FHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN51 FHU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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