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EO51 FTZ

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

44,002 mi
Last recorded44,002 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 FTZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 44,002 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Side stand pivot worn (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Clutch pivot clamp bolt stripped pivot very loose fouling steering lock

Pass 19 Jun 2020 43,982 miles

Nearside Lower Side stand pivot worn has free play

Offside Front After market brake hose rubbing on top cowl

Pass 1 Apr 2019 43,980 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 43,127 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 43,098 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticks on full lock (6.2.1f)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Feb 2017 42,211 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 42,211 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 35,558 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 15 Jan 2016 35,545 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 35,208 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 35,153 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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 10 Dec 2013 31,720 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 29,665 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 26,769 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 25,248 miles

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 21,969 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 84,710 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 84,710 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2007 61,391 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 61,391 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 May 2006 34,238 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 34,238 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 FTZ is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 EO51 FTZ, 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.

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What year was EO51 FTZ registered?

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

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