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OU51 MJV

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,025 mi
Last recorded33,025 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 MJV
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 33,025 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 25,572 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 17,684 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 17,684 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2009 11,670 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 11,670 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2008 4,517 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 2,944 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 2,023 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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OU51 MJV is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 OU51 MJV, 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 OU51 MJV registered?

OU51 MJV is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is OU51 MJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU51 MJV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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