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CN51 RSO

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

51,572 mi
Last recorded51,572 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN51 RSO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 51,572 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 48,373 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 47,469 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 45,706 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 44,960 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 23 May 2022 44,960 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 May 2021 43,755 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 42,350 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 42,272 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 42,272 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking fuel tap (7.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 42,133 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 42,126 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 19 Aug 2013 41,969 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 41,666 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 41,666 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

slight play in steering head bearings

Pass 22 Aug 2011 41,306 miles

oil leak

slight judder from rear brake

Pass 12 Aug 2010 40,551 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 39,973 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 39,973 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 39,156 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 37,743 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 9 Aug 2007 37,743 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 32,094 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 25,475 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 RSO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 RSO, 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 RSO registered?

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

Is CN51 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN51 RSO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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