MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,569 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
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)
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)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
rear left indicator loose
seat slightly loose
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)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
slightly perished front tyre valve
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
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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?
The MOT history for HF51 MXL shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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