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HF51 MXL

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,569 mi
Last recorded83,569 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MXL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 83,569 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 82,678 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 74,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 67,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 65,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 63,527 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 63,527 miles

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 61,112 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 61,112 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 58,882 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2014 58,882 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 57,877 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 57,877 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 56,975 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 55,917 miles

rear left indicator loose

seat slightly loose

Pass 1 Sep 2010 53,048 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 49,820 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 49,815 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 May 2008 47,204 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slightly perished front tyre valve

Fail 30 Apr 2008 47,204 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slightly perished front tyre valve

Pass 13 Apr 2007 41,205 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 23,381 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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HF51 MXL is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 HF51 MXL, 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.

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What year was HF51 MXL registered?

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

Is HF51 MXL safe to buy?

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