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L552 TUP

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL552 TUP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2012
Fail 25 Sep 2009 66,482 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 66,482 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 82,057 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 Sep 2008 82,057 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2007 86,792 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 86,792 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 62,894 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2006 62,894 miles

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

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

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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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L552 TUP is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 L552 TUP, 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 L552 TUP registered?

L552 TUP is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is L552 TUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L552 TUP shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L552 TUP have outstanding finance?

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