MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
64,825 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
side stand return inadequate
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front sprocket cover missing
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Throttle stickimg slightly
Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
l/h pillion rest can be lowered out of position
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
l/h pillion rest can be lowered out of position
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Offside Front Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
corrossion noted on swing arm
l/h pillion rest can double up on itself
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M255 VPT is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
Across all 2000 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 26,946 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 M255 VPT, 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 26 years old, this Honda CB500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was M255 VPT registered?
M255 VPT is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 2000.
Is M255 VPT safe to buy?
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