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GK51 OAP

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

39,902 mi
Last recorded39,902 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 OAP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2012 39,902 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 39,902 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2011 33,336 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 29,998 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2007 29,157 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Mar 2007 29,154 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 24,562 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 24,559 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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GK51 OAP is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 GK51 OAP, 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 GK51 OAP registered?

GK51 OAP is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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