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IM51733

1981 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,568 mi
Last recorded48,568 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIM51733
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2009 48,568 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,568 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 46,398 miles

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 46,377 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

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

Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 40,200 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2007 40,200 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 25 May 2006 36,891 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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IM51733 is a 1981 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 IM51733, 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 45 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IM51733?

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What year was IM51733 registered?

IM51733 is a 1981 Honda CB500, first registered on 7 April 1981.

Is IM51733 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IM51733 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IM51733 have outstanding finance?

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