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EO51 FTY

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 FTY
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2014

daytime use only

Fail 4 Jan 2013 26,431 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 26,431 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 17,788 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2010 10,872 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 10,872 miles

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

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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EO51 FTY is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EO51 FTY, 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

How do I check the history of EO51 FTY?

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What year was EO51 FTY registered?

EO51 FTY is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is EO51 FTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO51 FTY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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