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LN51 AYS

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,477 mi
Last recorded40,477 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 AYS
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 40,477 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 40,475 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 39,796 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 27 Apr 2012 39,789 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 May 2011 39,113 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 36,657 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 34,077 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 29,797 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 25,398 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2005 25,398 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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LN51 AYS is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LN51 AYS, 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 LN51 AYS registered?

LN51 AYS is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is LN51 AYS safe to buy?

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