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CU51 HPO

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

45,739 mi
Last recorded45,739 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 HPO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 45,739 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 44,196 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 43,168 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 41,551 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 40,887 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 40,887 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 39,613 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 38,698 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 37,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 35,159 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 30,215 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

throttle cable poorley routed.

Fail 24 Mar 2015 30,203 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 24,940 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 24,934 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 19,409 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,500 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 17,285 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 16,974 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 12,640 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 10,853 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 10,261 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 10,028 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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CU51 HPO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CU51 HPO, 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 CU51 HPO registered?

CU51 HPO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is CU51 HPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 HPO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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