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X388 DOD

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,825 mi
Last recorded52,825 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX388 DOD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 52,825 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 51,837 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 51,171 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 48,992 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 48,724 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 48,117 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 48,087 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 48,057 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 46,792 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 46,699 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 42,071 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 38,066 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 32,863 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 29,215 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 27,008 miles

right hand engine spacer starting to crack

Pass 16 Jun 2010 26,528 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 26,528 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 24,592 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 23,066 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 21,554 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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X388 DOD 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 90%.

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 X388 DOD, 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 X388 DOD?

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What year was X388 DOD registered?

X388 DOD is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X388 DOD safe to buy?

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