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OU51 MKX

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,970 mi
Last recorded29,970 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 MKX
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 29,970 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 29,682 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 29,372 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 29,079 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 29,079 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2021 26,533 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 24,339 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 24,339 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2019 18,131 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 13,751 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 10,275 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 9,736 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 9,351 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 8,369 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 6,500 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 6,326 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 5,485 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 3,133 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 2,254 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 1,687 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 MKX is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OU51 MKX, 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 MKX registered?

OU51 MKX is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is OU51 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU51 MKX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU51 MKX have outstanding finance?

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