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LF51 ZXL

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 ZXL
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 2 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 69,409 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 69,186 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 69,104 miles

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

front side light bulb not working

Pass 19 Nov 2011 63,400 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 57,764 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 57,761 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 51,733 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 44,635 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2008 44,635 miles

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

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 38,703 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 32,298 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 25,828 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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LF51 ZXL is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LF51 ZXL, 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 LF51 ZXL registered?

LF51 ZXL is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is LF51 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 ZXL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF51 ZXL have outstanding finance?

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