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EX51 PAM

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

3,890 mi
Last recorded3,890 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 PAM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 3,890 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 3,820 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 3,770 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 3,682 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 3,573 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 3,542 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 3,489 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 3,403 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 3,298 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 3,298 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 3,181 miles

Tyres starting to crack/perish

Pass 12 May 2016 3,158 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 3,082 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2014 3,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 2,969 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 2,857 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 2,180 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 2,157 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2009 2,082 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 1,969 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 1,953 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 1,868 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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EX51 PAM is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 EX51 PAM, 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 EX51 PAM?

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What year was EX51 PAM registered?

EX51 PAM is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is EX51 PAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 PAM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 PAM have outstanding finance?

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