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WBB 521Y

2001 Honda CX500

Red Petrol 496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,208 mi
Last recorded64,208 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Honda CX50050,258 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBB 521Y
MakeHonda
ModelCX500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine496cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2010 64,208 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front fender rusted needs repair or replacement

Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,208 miles

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front fender rusted needs repair or replacement

Fail 28 Aug 2009 62,490 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 62,490 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 60,709 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 60,709 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 8 Aug 2007 58,519 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 58,519 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 57,550 miles

Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Rear Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 57,550 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda CX500?

Based on 20,820 MOT tests across 3,408 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
390
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
3,408
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 356
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 279
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 118
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WBB 521Y is a 2001 Honda CX500 in Red with a 496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Honda CX500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 50,258 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 CX500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 356 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WBB 521Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CX500 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CX500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WBB 521Y registered?

WBB 521Y is a 2001 Honda CX500, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WBB 521Y safe to buy?

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