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F555 BMS

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,493 mi
Last recorded37,493 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF555 BMS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 37,493 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 37,485 miles

Stop lamp not working front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 37,037 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 37,003 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 34,872 miles

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

Central Rear both rear springs are slighly corroded

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 32,561 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 29,823 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 28,774 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 27,262 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 27,203 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 27,079 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 26,859 miles

n/s front foot peg damaged

Pass 16 Apr 2007 26,681 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 26,306 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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F555 BMS is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F555 BMS, 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 F555 BMS registered?

F555 BMS is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 February 2001.

Is F555 BMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F555 BMS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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