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S500 MRN

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,978 mi
Last recorded34,978 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 MRN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 34,978 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 33,132 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 31,772 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 31,554 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 31,554 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 31,205 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 31,041 miles

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

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Front tyre worn unevenly

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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 26 Sep 2015 29,473 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2014 26,285 miles

Bolt missing from petrol cap but still maintains a good seal

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,204 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 18,557 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 18,459 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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S500 MRN 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 91.7%.

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 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 S500 MRN, 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

How do I check the history of S500 MRN?

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What year was S500 MRN registered?

S500 MRN is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 March 2001.

Is S500 MRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 MRN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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