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LJ51 JOV

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,163 mi
Last recorded36,163 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 JOV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 36,163 miles

Chain guard missing no indicators fitted at time of test ()

no front or rear lamps fitted at time of test

no front sprocket cover fitted at time of test

Pass 11 Mar 2023 35,778 miles

no front or rear lights fitted at time of test,no chain guard fitted,no front sprocket cover fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2022 35,481 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 34,096 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 33,515 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 32,089 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

right side bar end missing

Pass 4 Jul 2009 27,692 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 25,595 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 22,631 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 19,094 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2005 18,965 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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LJ51 JOV is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ51 JOV, 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 LJ51 JOV registered?

LJ51 JOV is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is LJ51 JOV safe to buy?

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