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EK51 YMP

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

65,424 mi
Last recorded65,424 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 YMP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 65,424 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 64,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

clutch lever stiff

Fail 6 Dec 2016 64,371 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

clutch lever stiff

Pass 2 Oct 2015 63,751 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 62,229 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 61,771 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 61,769 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 54,228 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 53,372 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Sep 2011 42,380 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 42,380 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 30,918 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 21,302 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 16,337 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 11,958 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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EK51 YMP 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 73.3%.

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 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 EK51 YMP, 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 EK51 YMP registered?

EK51 YMP is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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