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SF51 XOR

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,672 mi
Last recorded50,672 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF51 XOR
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2011 50,672 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2011 50,668 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2010 43,556 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2010 43,550 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 18 Jun 2008 37,518 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 37,518 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 33,723 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 31,911 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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SF51 XOR is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SF51 XOR, 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 SF51 XOR registered?

SF51 XOR is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is SF51 XOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF51 XOR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SF51 XOR have outstanding finance?

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