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EO51 RJZ

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

63,769 mi
Last recorded63,769 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO51 RJZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 63,769 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clutch lever pivot worn

engine case cracked

Fail 20 Dec 2017 63,769 miles

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

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

clutch lever pivot worn

engine case cracked

Pass 5 Nov 2016 55,684 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 42,364 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Oct 2015 42,364 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))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 31,056 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 27,776 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 26,395 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 6 Oct 2012 26,395 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 24,407 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 17,965 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 10,312 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2009 10,269 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 6,148 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 6,148 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 5,048 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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EO51 RJZ is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RJZ, 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 RJZ registered?

EO51 RJZ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 October 2001.

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