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DX51 HKN

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,729 mi
Last recorded30,729 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 HKN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 30,729 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 30,318 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 29,620 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 27,052 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 26,995 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 25,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Apr 2019 23,261 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 21,571 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 20,073 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,444 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 18,444 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 17,140 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 17,140 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 16,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 15,535 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 13,752 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 11,977 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 11,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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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DX51 HKN is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DX51 HKN, 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 DX51 HKN registered?

DX51 HKN is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is DX51 HKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 HKN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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