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LK51 YKJ

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,368 mi
Last recorded99,368 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 YKJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2014 99,368 miles

1. Slight blow on front exhaust section. 2. Rear brake disc becomng pitted.

Pass 29 Apr 2013 93,552 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Apr 2013 93,549 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 86,818 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2011 86,818 miles

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

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 79,274 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 79,274 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 72,675 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 64,544 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 56,235 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2007 56,235 miles

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

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

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 7 Nov 2006 47,300 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight 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
Full Honda CB500 reliability report

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LK51 YKJ 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 66.7%.

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 LK51 YKJ, 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.

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What year was LK51 YKJ registered?

LK51 YKJ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 18 October 2001.

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