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HF51 MXJ

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

42,040 mi
Last recorded42,040 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MXJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 42,040 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 39,894 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 33,510 miles

Slight play in hand controls

Front brake pads deteriorated

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 31,884 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 31,825 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 29,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2010 28,767 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,214 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 26,206 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 23,434 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 21,272 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 17,506 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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HF51 MXJ is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HF51 MXJ, 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 HF51 MXJ registered?

HF51 MXJ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is HF51 MXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 MXJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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