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YC51 GUU

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,334 mi
Last recorded25,334 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 GUU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 25,334 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 25,227 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 25,110 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 25,016 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 24,927 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 24,777 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 24,600 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 24,433 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 24,327 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 24,207 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,788 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 22,264 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 19,556 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,314 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 12,779 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 12,779 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 9,305 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 8,823 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 8,823 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2008 8,589 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 8,190 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 6,507 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 5,195 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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YC51 GUU is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 YC51 GUU, 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 YC51 GUU registered?

YC51 GUU is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is YC51 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC51 GUU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC51 GUU have outstanding finance?

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