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NX51 MJJ

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,963 mi
Last recorded30,963 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 MJJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 30,963 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 30,963 miles

Front Stop lamp not working brake switch faulty (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 29,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 28,317 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 28,317 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 26,338 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 26,338 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 26,101 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 26,101 miles

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,619 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 23,285 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 22,651 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 22,028 miles

Offside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion r/h fork seal has a slight leak (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 21,399 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 21,152 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 20,923 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 20,619 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 20,470 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 20,467 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2012 20,461 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 19,184 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 17,135 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front tyre uneven tred

Fail 23 Mar 2010 17,121 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front tyre uneven tred

Pass 27 May 2009 13,192 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 12,067 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 10,573 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2005 9,559 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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NX51 MJJ is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NX51 MJJ, 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 NX51 MJJ registered?

NX51 MJJ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 24 October 2001.

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