MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
67,593 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Honda CB500?
Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V638 GHJ is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
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 V638 GHJ, 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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What year was V638 GHJ registered?
V638 GHJ is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 25 January 2000.
Is V638 GHJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for V638 GHJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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