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LJ51 JRU

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,895 mi
Last recorded13,895 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 JRU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 13,895 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 13,859 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 13,330 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 11,360 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 11,093 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 10,617 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 10,394 miles

Centre Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Slight pitting on fork legs (2.3.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 10,189 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 9,939 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,571 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 9,266 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2012 9,266 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 8,853 miles

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2011 8,853 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

handlebar clamp fitted wrong way

Pass 20 Apr 2010 8,291 miles

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

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2010 8,291 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 7,243 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2008 6,692 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Offside Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2007 5,638 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 4,702 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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LJ51 JRU is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 JRU, 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 JRU registered?

LJ51 JRU is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 October 2001.

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