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YS51 GHD

2002 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,695 mi
Last recorded1,695 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 Honda CB50024,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS51 GHD
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 1,695 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 100,424 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 100,424 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 96,026 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 93,383 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 93,383 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 91,788 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 87,676 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 87,676 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 83,786 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 83,786 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 78,612 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 76,124 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 73,124 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 May 2011 74,303 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 74,293 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 64,121 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 64,121 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2009 57,201 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2008 49,732 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 40,029 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 30,293 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 30,079 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 30,079 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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YS51 GHD is a 2002 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,569 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 YS51 GHD, 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 24 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 YS51 GHD registered?

YS51 GHD is a 2002 Honda CB500, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is YS51 GHD safe to buy?

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