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LK51 HSO

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,436 mi
Last recorded7,436 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 HSO
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 7,436 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear REAR TYRE IS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

Pass 14 Jan 2025 6,422 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front FRONT TYRE IS SLIGHTLY PERISHED.

Pass 15 Jun 2023 5,261 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 3,972 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 3,326 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 3,326 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 2,952 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 2,934 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 2,934 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

fork stanchions slightly corroded

front tyre pressure low

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 21 Nov 2007 28,872 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 2,536 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 1,370 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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LK51 HSO is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LK51 HSO, 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 LK51 HSO registered?

LK51 HSO is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 22 September 2001.

Is LK51 HSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK51 HSO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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