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X642 HBC

2001 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

16,146 mi
Last recorded16,146 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX642 HBC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 16,146 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 16,146 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 15,842 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 15,837 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 15,603 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 15,603 miles

Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

R-clip missing from front brake caliper pad retaining pin.

Pass 1 Mar 2008 15,386 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 15,013 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Jan 2007 14,782 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 11,771 miles

Rear tyre tread depth close to legal limit.

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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X642 HBC is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 X642 HBC, 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 X642 HBC registered?

X642 HBC is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 10 February 2001.

Is X642 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X642 HBC shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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