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X729 NAM

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,322 mi
Last recorded39,322 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX729 NAM
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 39,322 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 38,916 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 38,328 miles

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

Front Tyre sidewall perished

Pass 7 Sep 2022 36,738 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 36,192 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2020 36,068 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 35,932 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 35,880 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 35,352 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 35,352 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 34,623 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 34,257 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 33,279 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 31,800 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 31,225 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 30,048 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 30,038 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 28,988 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 27,997 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 26,063 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 18,838 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 11,659 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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X729 NAM is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X729 NAM, 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 X729 NAM registered?

X729 NAM is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 6 January 2001.

Is X729 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X729 NAM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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