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WX51 LVM

2001 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,559 mi
Last recorded38,559 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 LVM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 38,559 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,579 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 33,059 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 31,990 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 31,990 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 30,306 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

top radiator mounting nut and bolt missing

Pass 24 Oct 2014 28,358 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 26,462 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 24,713 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 22,692 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 20,431 miles

Clutch lever blade shortened.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 20 Oct 2010 20,431 miles

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

Clutch lever blade shortened.

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 18,748 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 16,331 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 13,629 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 10,438 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2005 8,603 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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WX51 LVM is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WX51 LVM, 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 WX51 LVM registered?

WX51 LVM is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is WX51 LVM safe to buy?

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