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W126 RRC

2000 Honda CB500

Blue Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,547 mi
Last recorded23,547 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda CB50026,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW126 RRC
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 23,547 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 20,786 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 14,793 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 10,829 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 9,663 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 8,301 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 8,181 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 8,181 miles

Brake excessively binding FRONT (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 8,166 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 8,098 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 7,120 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 6,190 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 4,673 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 3,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 2,032 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 2,008 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 1,952 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 1,861 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 1,763 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 1,638 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 1,530 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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W126 RRC is a 2000 Honda CB500 in Blue with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 W126 RRC, 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 W126 RRC registered?

W126 RRC is a 2000 Honda CB500, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W126 RRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W126 RRC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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