MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,991 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Engine mounting/bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)
Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda Cb 500 S?
Based on 1,278 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SF51 XOP is a 2001 Honda Cb 500 S in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.
Across all 2001 Honda Cb 500 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 21,265 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 Cb 500 S fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF51 XOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Cb 500 S typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Honda Cb 500 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was SF51 XOP registered?
SF51 XOP is a 2001 Honda Cb 500 S, first registered on 19 November 2001.
Is SF51 XOP safe to buy?
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