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S115 XWC

1999 Honda CB500

Yellow Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

92,950 mi
Last recorded92,950 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS115 XWC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 92,950 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2016 92,950 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2015 62,159 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 62,159 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 27,934 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jan 2014 27,934 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 18,845 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 14,645 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 13,174 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 12,311 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 11,818 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 11,389 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2008 11,389 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 11,150 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 10,899 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 10,899 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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S115 XWC is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Yellow with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1999 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 S115 XWC, 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 27 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 S115 XWC registered?

S115 XWC is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S115 XWC safe to buy?

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