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GX51 YOE

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,445 mi
Last recorded36,445 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 YOE
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 36,445 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 36,428 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 36,393 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2019 36,389 miles

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

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 34,701 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 32,899 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,761 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 28,112 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,925 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 22,375 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 19,886 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 19,886 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 17,765 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 16,083 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 14,918 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 13,710 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,614 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 11,570 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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GX51 YOE is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,569 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 GX51 YOE, 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 24 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX51 YOE registered?

GX51 YOE is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is GX51 YOE safe to buy?

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