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EX51 VHG

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,517 mi
Last recorded20,517 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 VHG
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 20,517 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 19,762 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 19,751 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 May 2018 18,296 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 17,273 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 17,265 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 17,265 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 17,262 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 16,794 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 16,794 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 16,740 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 98,393 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 90,363 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 90,363 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 59,956 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 VHG 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 EX51 VHG, 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 EX51 VHG registered?

EX51 VHG is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is EX51 VHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 VHG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 VHG have outstanding finance?

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