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M255 VPT

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

64,825 mi
Last recorded64,825 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM255 VPT
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2018 64,825 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 55,081 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 55,059 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 51,480 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 50,058 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 48,590 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2011 48,590 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2011 48,569 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 46,980 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 42,204 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 42,204 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2007 31,986 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 31,986 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 27,203 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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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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M255 VPT is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 December 2000.

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