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S644 WPU

1999 Honda CB500

Silver Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,068 mi
Last recorded40,068 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda CB50027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS644 WPU
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 40,068 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 39,556 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 38,544 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 34,989 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all indicators flashing slightly fast

speedo cable retaining guide requires attention

Fail 15 Aug 2022 34,915 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

all indicators flashing slightly fast

speedo cable retaining guide requires attention

Pass 8 Jun 2021 34,031 miles

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

flashers fast

front speedo cable requires little security

Pass 8 Jul 2019 32,287 miles

Rear Road spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 30,905 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

both rear shocks starting to corrode

drive chain slightly loose and dry

light switch deteriorating

Pass 29 Jun 2017 29,740 miles

n/s/r indicator bracket deteriorating

Fail 23 Jun 2017 29,723 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil oil contamination to brake caliper and pads (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2016 28,341 miles

Front brake pads wearing down

Nearside Rear indicator slightly insecure

Slight exhaust leak from o/s clamp gasket area

Pass 22 May 2015 26,520 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 May 2015 26,518 miles

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

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 25,180 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 25,147 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 23,631 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 23,055 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 19,905 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,208 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 18,520 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 16,471 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 16,243 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 16,243 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 16,159 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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S644 WPU is a 1999 Honda CB500 in Silver with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 S644 WPU, 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 S644 WPU registered?

S644 WPU is a 1999 Honda CB500, first registered on 9 January 1999.

Is S644 WPU safe to buy?

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