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GX51 RGO

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

58,124 mi
Last recorded58,124 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RGO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 58,124 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 57,290 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 57,290 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 53,892 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 26,828 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 39,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 39,164 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 34,634 miles

Front Suspension damaged but not seriously weakened pitted stantions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 33,695 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 25,571 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On the legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 25,571 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On the legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 20,295 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 20,290 miles

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

Rear tyre perished on sidewall.

Pass 23 Sep 2015 20,268 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear tyre perished on side wall.

Pass 12 Sep 2014 20,200 miles

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

Rear tyre perished on side walls.

Pass 13 Sep 2013 20,047 miles

Mark on rear disc.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 19,781 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2012 19,781 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 18,937 miles

Slight mark on rear disc.

Pass 3 Feb 2011 17,713 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 16,674 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 15,520 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 11,864 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 11,826 miles

advise o/s n/s fork tubes radiator rear shocks engine cases drive chain all have corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2006 11,826 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

advise o/s n/s fork tubes radiator rear shocks engine cases drive chain all have corrosion

Pass 3 Dec 2005 10,872 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

engine corrosion / shock corrosion / radiator movement & corrosion / coolant bottle low

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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GX51 RGO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 GX51 RGO, 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 GX51 RGO registered?

GX51 RGO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 November 2001.

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