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WX51 MVJ

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

1,374 mi
Last recorded1,374 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 MVJ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 1,374 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 943 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 682 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 457 miles

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 4 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 6,348 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 5,994 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 5,613 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 5,372 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 4,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 4,374 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 4,261 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 4,146 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 4,009 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 3,828 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 3,806 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 3,682 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 3,593 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 3,381 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 3,196 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 MVJ 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 95%.

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 MVJ, 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 MVJ registered?

WX51 MVJ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WX51 MVJ safe to buy?

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Does WX51 MVJ have outstanding finance?

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