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N321 ARN

2000 Honda CB500

Black Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

54,723 mi
Last recorded54,723 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN321 ARN
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 54,723 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 54,443 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 53,834 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 52,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 50,988 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre perished

Pass 12 Jul 2021 50,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

oil leak (head cover)

Fail 12 Jul 2021 50,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

oil leak (head cover)

Pass 5 Mar 2019 48,293 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 46,767 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 45,347 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 45,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 44,665 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 41,064 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 40,851 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 39,842 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 39,813 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 36,496 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 33,032 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 29,418 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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N321 ARN is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Black with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 N321 ARN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N321 ARN registered?

N321 ARN is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is N321 ARN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N321 ARN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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