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V530 MPP

2000 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,377 mi
Last recorded49,377 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV530 MPP
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 49,377 miles

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 49,360 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 44,324 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 4,091 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,438 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 42,438 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 97,499 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 27,036 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 15,193 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 15,109 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 43,913 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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V530 MPP is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 V530 MPP, 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 V530 MPP registered?

V530 MPP is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 8 February 2000.

Is V530 MPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V530 MPP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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